Many of you, looking for a job in Poland, undoubtedly think what are the professions in demand in Poland in 2023

In the Occupational Barometer 2023, the number of shortage professions nationwide decreased to 27 out of 30 compared to 2022.

Unfortunately, strong shortages in some specializations make it difficult for companies to operate.

But what exactly is an Occupational Barometer?

The Occupational Barometer is a qualitative study. It is created separately for each poviat in Poland. It is based on the opinion of experts who, at the turn of the third and fourth quarters, meet and jointly analyze the situation in individual professions in a given poviat.

Thus, the deficit is determined by each poviat separately.

On this occasion, it is worth explaining what a poviat is.

Poviat – a unit of local government and second-level administrative division in Poland. 

The higher-level unit is the voivodship, and the lower-level unit is the commune. 

The functioning of poviats is regulated by the Act of 5 June 1998 on poviat self-government.

What are the deficit professions in 2023 in Poland?

Truck drivers, nurses, midwives, psychologists, psychotherapists – these are professional groups which are in high demand in Poland.

The shortage of candidates in these professions is recorded in the largest number of poviats in the country. 

This is what this year’s Occupational Barometer shows.

However, there are still many specialties on it, the shortage of which makes it difficult for companies to run a business, slowing down the economic development of the entire country.

Among the highest demand professions in 2023, there are 27 professions.

In this video I will focus on the list of the 10 most demanded professions in which foreigners will also find employment.

When choosing 10 professions, which are also dedicated to foreigners, the main guideline was the need to know the Polish language.

Many deficit professions due to high interaction, such as: teacher, doctor or psychologist, require knowledge of the Polish language.

Here are the 10 most popular professions in which you will find employment in 2023 as a foreigner who does not speak Polish language.

1. construction carpenters  ( deficit in 58% of poviats)

A carpenter (also known as a construction carpenter) deals with woodworking, but in a different scope than a carpenter. His tasks include work related to the formation of wooden structures needed at the construction site. 

The carpenter is also responsible for the construction, as well as for the preservation of the wood with various chemicals to protect against insects, fire, and water absorption. A carpenter will find employment primarily on a construction site, where he has to work in changing weather conditions

2. roofers (deficit in 56% of poviats, including large shortages in 8 poviats)

A roofer is a specialist without whom no house construction can be done. A qualified roofer cannot count on a lack of orders.

A roofer is a craftsman who makes the roofing of various buildings. Roofers also maintain roofs that have already been laid.

3. electricians and electromechanics (deficit in 79% of poviats)

An electrician performs electrical installations, assembles, starts and maintains machines and electrical devices. 

Evaluates the technical condition of installations, machines and electrical devices after installation and maintenance.

The tasks of electricians include performing technical inspections, maintenance and repair of installations, machines and electrical devices, repair of electric motors, measurements, and post-assembly tests.

4. Truck drivers  (deficit in 96% of poviats)

Truck drivers do not have to worry about employment in Poland. 

The demand for their work is still very high, and the wages are certainly satisfactory. It goes without saying that you must have a category C+E (si plus i) driving licence.

The average salary of a truck driver with a category C+E driving license in Poland is about PLN 7,000 gross. In the case of international transport, the earnings of a truck driver will be much higher

5. warehousemen (deficit in 67% of poviats, including large shortages in 21 poviats);

The work of a warehouseman is primarily the receipt, storage, storage and release of goods.

The scope of tasks performed by a warehouseman may vary slightly depending on the size and function of the warehouse and the type of stored goods. 

Working as a warehouseman is one of the most frequently scrolling job offers available on websites with advertisements. Employers need many representatives of this profession, because virtually every trade industry involves the need to receive, store and issue goods.

6. bricklayers and plasterers (deficit in 66% of poviats, including large shortages in 19 poviats);

A bricklayer deals with erecting new buildings, renovating existing ones and making necessary alterations to them. This type of activity requires the ability to use various tools and devices. To work in this profession, you must complete a basic vocational school with the appropriate specialty and complete the required apprenticeship.

7. operators and mechanics of earthmoving equipment (deficit in 74% of poviats)

The operator of earthmoving equipment performs various works related to the construction of earthworks (embankments, roads, railways, dams), underground structures (tunnels, shelters), preparation of concrete as well as the construction and operation of roads. Operators perform their work using a mechanically controlled device or set of devices. Appropriate qualifications or courses are required in this profession.

8. employees of finishing works in construction (deficit in 59% of poviats,

The employee performs works related to the installation of drywall, painting and wallpaper works, as well as floor and cladding works in construction facilities. An employee of finishing works in the construction industry works in companies providing comprehensive construction services, in small and medium-sized enterprises providing renovation and construction services, in craft plants and in factories and warehouses of building materials.

9. construction workers (deficit in 62% of poviats)

Construction Worker is a person who performs all renovation and construction works.. The main duties of this person include, among others: all carpentry, assembly, demolition, masonry and plastering works. The workplace of a construction worker  takes place outdoors or inside the facility

10. welders (deficit in 80% of poviats, including large shortages in 24 poviats);

A welder is a person who welds elements made of steel, cast iron, non-ferrous metals and their alloys using an electric heat source. The main duties of this employee include, preparing the surface for welding, welding metal structures and plastic components, checking the quality of the weld and keeping documentation regarding, e.g. the work performed or the condition of the equipment, as well as maintaining and cleaning the equipment used for welding

Please remember that in my list,  I included only 10 out of 27 deficit professions in Poland in 2023.

Is there a profession in which you have experience/ on the list / of the most demanding professions in Poland?

This undoubtedly proves the great possibilities of finding a job in Poland in a given position and a higher salary.