Construction

Warning Irish infrastructure could be delayed as engineering firms search for staff

Businesses are now looking at hybrid working where possible to attract people from overseas

Retention of workers is also an issue faced by many engineering firms. Picture: Rollingnews.ie

Nearly three quarters of engineering firms in Ireland are impacted by a shortage of skilled staff, a new Engineers Ireland report has shown.

The organisation has warned that the shortages faced by Irish firms could delay many key projects being planned under the government’s Project Ireland 2040.

A new employment survey by Engineers Ireland, a representative body for engineers, has said almost 8,000 jobs will be created in the sector in 2023. Further details in ...