Which industries in the Czech Republic need foreign workers the most?

Published: January 2, 2025 | Author: DMPF Consulting

Which industries in the Czech Republic need foreign workers the most?

The Czech labor market has long struggled with a shortage of both skilled and unskilled workers.

Companies across industries are increasingly looking for help beyond borders to keep their operations running and continue growing. Foreign workers have thus become a key pillar of the Czech economy. But which industries need them the most? And what motivates Czech companies to hire workers from other countries?

Industries with the highest demand

  1. Craft and Manual Labor
    Construction, manufacturing, and logistics are sectors where foreign workers play a crucial role. The Czech Republic has long faced a shortage of bricklayers, carpenters, welders, laborers, and workers on assembly lines. This trend is confirmed by the Czech Statistical Office, which reports that the proportion of job vacancies in these fields remains high.
  2. Healthcare and Social Care
    As the population ages, the demand for healthcare increases, but Czech hospitals and nursing homes often struggle with staff shortages. Doctors, nurses, and caregivers from Ukraine, the Philippines, or India fill these gaps and help ensure quality care.
  3. Hospitality and Gastronomy
    The service sector, especially hospitality and gastronomy, is another area where foreign workers are indispensable. Chefs, waiters, receptionists, and housekeepers often come from abroad, as confirmed by the Czech Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs.
  4.  Gastronomie a hotelnictví
    Sektor služeb, zejména gastronomie a hotelnictví, je dalším, kde jsou zahraniční pracovníci nepostradatelní. Kuchaři, číšníci, recepční i pokojské často pocházejí ze zahraničí, což potvrzuje například Ministerstvo práce a sociálních věcí ČR.

Why do companies rely on foreign workers?

Foreign workers bring not only the necessary skills but also flexibility and a willingness to work in professions and conditions that Czechs often reject. This approach allows companies to:

    • Maintain operational stability: Thanks to foreign workers, companies can fulfill their orders without delays.
    • Increase competitiveness: Multicultural teams bring innovation and new perspectives on problem-solving.
    • Reduce recruitment costs: Foreign workers are often willing to take positions that companies have long struggled to fill.

A trusted choice: DMPF Consulting

For companies looking to successfully harness the potential of foreign workers, a proper strategy and thorough understanding of the legislation are key. DMPF Consulting is your partner, guiding you through every step of the process – from recruitment, through visa and permit procedures, to adapting workers to the Czech environment.

We believe that people are the key to the success of any company. If you want to learn more about how we can help, take a look at our services at www.dmpf-consulting.cz or contact us.

Together, we create solutions that are changing the labor market.

Sources:

  • Czech Statistical Office (csu.gov.cz)
  • Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the Czech Republic (mpsv.cz)
  • Labor market data from agencies and expert studies.
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