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Skilled labor shortages and training responses in Brazil
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Skilled labor shortages and training responses in Brazil
Brazil is experiencing significant economic activity across various sectors, yet faces a persistent and widespread shortage of skilled labor. In the construction sector, particularly in the state of Bahia, rapid job growth and a surge in real estate activity have been met with critical hiring difficulties. Approximately 90% of construction companies report challenges finding qualified workers such as engineers, technicians, and electricians, with 40% of companies reporting “much difficulty” filling specialized roles. This gap has resulted in increased costs and project delays. Similarly, the industrial sector shows a paradox of technological advancement and labor scarcity. Despite record imports and revenue growth in machinery and equipment, 62% of entrepreneurs identify the difficulty of hiring qualified labor as a primary component of the ‘Custo Brasil’. As manufacturing modernizes, companies struggle to find professionals capable of programming and optimizing sophisticated machinery, leading machinery. In response to an increased focus these shortages, the construction, mining, and infrastructure sectors are increasingly focusing on developing domestic technical expertise. specialized professional training to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and market needs. For example, the company Plano&Plano has utilized an internal Engineering School for over a decade, training approximately 500 professionals to move from internships into management roles. Additionally, industry events like ARENA M&T 2026 are facilitating connections between students and the industry, involving educational institutions such as SENAI, IEL Paraná, UNIFACEAR, and Unisinos to showcase technological applications and career development opportunities.
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