The construction of Port of Chancay It is emerging as a catalyst for the economic transformation of Peru, promising the creation of a new industrial and commercial center that will benefit multiple sectors, from manufacturing and logistics to agriculture and construction. According to Adecco Peru projections, this ambitious project will not only boost regional commerce, but will also have a significant impact on the generation of local employment.
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“Although initially there will be an exponential need for new jobs at the local level due to logistics, commercial and infrastructure investment, we estimate that, as activities evolve, this will impact other areas of influence and generate new jobs. formal work, both direct and indirect,” commented David Jimenez, Selection and RPO manager at Adecco Perú.
That said, what will be the sectors with the greatest potential for job creation? According to Jimenez, the magnitude of the project will attract numerous companies that will seek to establish operations in the area. The sectors that are expected to have the greatest demand for personnel are:
Trade and logistics: Due to the increase in commercial demand and the flow of goods.
Manufacture: Due to the efficiency in the cost of importing inputs for local production.
Agriculture and agribusiness: Market expansion is expected thanks to the reduction in product transportation times.
Construction: Businesses will require constant improvements to local infrastructure to support their growth and operations.
Finance: The increase in maritime commercial activity will generate greater demand for insurance and logistics services.
“Labor demand will be high, constant and, above all, new for those who are looking for an opportunity in these areas. As the first commercial exchanges take place, their dynamism will encourage the hiring and preparation of new talent,” he added.
Most requested professional profiles
Adecco Perú projects that this new commercial hub will enhance various job profiles. Among the most required positions at the beginning of operations are:
- Foreign trade specialists
- Logistics and supply chain professionals
- civil engineers
- Machinery maintenance technicians
- Port security specialists
- Sales executives
- Data analysts
- Project managers
- Risk analysts
- Crane operators and technicians, maintenance, loading, etc.
- Profiles related to SSOMA (safety, occupational health and environment).
In addition to specific knowledge in these areas, transversal skills such as effective communication, problem solving, adaptability and flexibility will be valued. As an additional technical skill, command of strategic languages such as English and Mandarin Chinese will be crucial, given the direct connection to the port of Shanghai.
Opportunities and challenges in employability
Hiring new profiles will present significant challenges for organizations. Among the main challenges are: The possible shortage of highly specialized talent in the area, which could require strategies to facilitate the transfer of personnel. Adaptability and cultural fit, as the port’s local lifestyle and infrastructure may differ from the candidates’ usual expectations.
Jimenez points out that these challenges represent an opportunity for companies to strengthen their training and development programs. It also suggests the possibility of creating alliances with expert recruiting companies, such as Adecco, to ensure effective talent selection, incorporation and retention processes.
The Port of Chancay is emerging as an engine of change for the Peruvian labor landscape, offering new opportunities and challenges that will boost the professional and economic development of the region.
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