The number of job vacancies increased further in August to 151,154 from 150,879 in July, according to data from the Central Bureau of Statistics released Thursday.
This trend particularly affects the transport sector, as there was a shortage of 4,702 truck and bus drivers between June and August, an increase of 6%, although agreements have recently been signed with almost all companies. of buses to increase the salaries of drivers.
In addition, there would be 12,371 vacancies in the sales sector, particularly in shops, stalls and markets, an increase of 2%.
There is also a shortage of 11,458 waiters and bartenders and 6,138 cooks in cafes and restaurants, which have been heavily affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
In addition, 5,867 nursing assistant positions are available, both in institutions and for individuals.
The construction sector is also affected by this phenomenon as 4,055 plasterers, bricklayers, carpenters and joiners are missing.
On the other hand, the number of vacancies is decreasing in the high-tech sector. Between June and August, this industry lacked 14,713 engineers, including 10,089 developers.
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