The Next Wave In The Water Industry

When one thinks of high-tech, green jobs, managing wastewater and stormwater may not be top of mind, but this infrastructure sector offers opportunities to make real contributions to the environment, sustainability, and public health. However, despite the combination of need, opportunities, and competitive salaries, wastewater agencies and consulting firms face shortages of qualified workers.

The water industry has faced employment struggles since before the pandemic. More than one-third of the workforce is 60 years of age or older, according to the W&WD State of the Industry report, and for these workers, retirement is rapidly approaching. With a lack of visibility into the opportunities for young professionals, the water industry is struggling with how to bridge the skills gap and prepare for the challenges ahead.

Utilities and consultants need a thoughtful strategy for succession planning and effective recruitment of exceptional talent. In this article, learn more about making the case for Gen Z and combining technology and academia.