One in five Dutch workers concerned about possible job loss
Job insecurity is rising sharply across the Netherlands, even as employers in sectors such as construction, technology, and healthcare continue to report severe labor shortages, according to new research cited by De Telegraaf.
One in five Dutch workers now fears they will need to find a new job within the next year. That is a significant increase from two years ago, when roughly one in ten workers reported the same concern.
The findings come from market researcher Motivaction, which surveyed a total of 5,500 people in the Netherlands at the request of career platform Intermediair.
Motivaction says uncertainty is increasing overall. In addition to many hundreds of employees anticipating potential layoffs, many also believe they will struggle to quickly find suitable new employment.
At the same time, the labor market remains tight in key sectors. Construction, technology, and healthcare continue to urgently seek staff, highlighting a contrast between employer demand and worker confidence.
The survey shows a divided picture across professions. Workers in hospitality, retail, financial services, and customer service report significant concern about job security and future employment prospects. In contrast, respondents in healthcare, education, and the legal profession report little to no concern, with conditions described as stable in those fields.
