Work Here in St. John’s - Resources for job seekers 

St. John’s has a diversified economy along with a range of businesses and agencies seeking employees. There are many options for employment in St. John’s – nearly half (43.5%) of all businesses in the province are located within St. John’s metro. Many companies, specializing in key sectors like energy, technology, oceans, tourism and the fishery, recognize St. John’s as an emerging city well worth investing in.

Visit AdvantageStJohns.ca for data on our top industries and average wages.

View of St. John's Harbour from 235 Water Street

The technology and innovation sector is one of the City’s fastest growing economic drivers, with local tech companies contributing in excess of $1.6 billion to the provincial economy each year. Search for opportunities in the tech sector at technl.

Home to some of the world’s most exclusive facilities and technologies in ocean tech, research and innovation, St. John’s has long been considered ‘Canada’s Ocean City Powerhouse’. Learn more about this sector at Oceans Advance. Check out Canada’s Ocean Supercluster - Ocean Careers Portal to find job boards, career profiles, and internships by province.

The arts, culture and entertainment scene in St. John’s is a catalyst and driver of tourist attraction, and innovation for the businesses and industries operating here. Human Resources firm Higher Talent and Music NL have launched a partnership to open opportunities for individuals in the NL music sector to access employment while off-stage. For opportunities in the tourism sector search Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador. For information on the Film, Arts & Culture sector visit AdvantageStJohns.ca.

St. John’s boasts numerous reasons for workers seeking a better work-life balance. From the average work commute of 15 minutes to the unprecedented access to nature and outdoor adventure, there are many factors that are prompting more people to prioritize the life benefits that come with living outside of Canada’s major city centres. Where else could you finish your workday at 5:00 p.m. and be out on the Atlantic in a kayak or on a world class hiking trail by 5:30 p.m.?

Finding a job can sometimes be daunting; however, there is plenty of information and help available to job seekers in St. John's. Our Working in St. John’s webpage will get you started on finding your place in our competitive labour market.

Major development projects continue in St. John’s

Here’s a list of the top five construction projects in 2023 recently completed or currently underway valued at more than $10 million. These projects are a strong indication of the continued confidence in St. John’s long-term economic growth.

• Warehouse Distribution Centre, 280 East White Hills Road - $12,950,000
• Private aircraft hangar, 160 Airport Road - $14,219,825
• Armour Transportation Warehouse, 235 Danny Drive - $16,298,738
• One Churchill Park Luxury Apartments, 39 Rowan Street - $28,000,000



Public sector

• City of St. John’s Galway Village Green Park, 35 Claddagh Road - $15,000,000 

Genoa Design International Inks Deal for Construction of New Icebreaker

St. John’s metro-based Genoa Design International has inked a deal with Seaspan Shipyards for the construction of Canada’s new polar icebreaker. The deal will see Genoa provide 3D modelling and design services for the construction of the ship, which is being described as the future flagship of the Canadian Coast Guard’s icebreaking fleet. Up to 100 employees will be working on the project for the next several years.    

CNA 'Best in the Biz' Podcast

The College of the North Atlantic (CNA) has started an entrepreneur and start-up podcast called #BestInTheBiz highlighting the entrepreneurial achievements of CNA students and alumni. Host Ian MacDonald, CNA Business Development Officer Entrepreneurship, chats with successful entrepreneurs about their ventures, entrepreneurial skills, and what it takes to run a business. Check out the series at: cna.nl.ca/entrepreneurship.

Build Local Business Capacity 2024

Guide to the Good social enterprise is hosting Building Local Business Capacity Business Exchange live and online January 25, 2024. This first of its kind event is about coming together to build a resilient ecosystem for small businesses, especially local, social, green, diverse inclusive businesses. The event includes a panel discussion, interactive conversation, lunch (in person), and a collaborative forward-facing plan. Find the details at eventbrite.ca.

The Canada Summer Jobs program provides wage subsidies to employers to create quality summer work experiences for young people aged 15 to 30 years. Deadline to apply is January 10, 2024. Apply: ow.ly/cFAh50Qn28C

Employers looking for part-time or temporary staff? Higher Talent and MusicNL have launched a partnership to open up opportunities for individuals in the NL music sector to access employment opportunities while off-stage. Find out more.

St. John’s-based LadderSpike has developed a footing system for ladders that drives spikes into the ground for improved stability. entrevestor.com

Read about Memorial University of Newfoundland competitive edge when it comes to ocean research, in Luminus magazine. www.mun.ca/alumni/luminus

NewfoundlandandLabrador is well positioned to develop and export hydrogen and ammonia to the world market with a number of projects proposed across the province.

Atlantic Canada is emerging as a potential green hydrogen and ammonia export hub...Hydrogen Economist.

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