Jobs in Nanaimo, British Columbia (Canada)

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British Columbia Canada Trades/Construction · Healthcare · Hospitality · Retail · Transport/Warehousing · Manufacturing · Office Currency: CAD ($)

Working in Nanaimo: what employers commonly look for

  • Strong demand in trades and construction, plus retail, healthcare, and hospitality.
  • Common requirements: shift availability, reliable commute, safety mindset, and role-specific certificates.
  • When pay is listed, it should be shown in Canadian dollars (CAD).

Pro tip: list tickets/certifications (OFA, WHMIS, forklift, trade credentials) and your availability to improve response rates.

Popular job categories in Nanaimo

  • Trades & construction: electricians, carpenters, maintenance technicians, labourers.
  • Healthcare: support roles, care aides, clinic and service positions.
  • Hospitality & retail: restaurants, hotels, sales and customer service.
  • Transport/warehousing: drivers, delivery, warehouse support, dispatch.

Use filters (profession, salary, city) to narrow down the best matches.

How to use OpeningsHub

  • Filter by city, profession and pay (CAD).
  • Read requirements carefully (shifts, location, experience).
  • Contact the employer directly from the listing.
Employers: include schedule + pay in CAD + exact location + a real contact method to get more applicants.

Fresh local info (CAD) to plan your job search

Topic Snapshot Why it matters
Minimum wage (British Columbia) $17.85/hour (as of June 1, 2025) Baseline for many entry-level offers and budgeting (CAD).
Rent (Nanaimo, Dec 2025 market snapshot) Average rent: ~C$1,735/month • Typical range: ~C$1,459–C$2,277 Helps you choose a realistic target pay range in CAD.
Key employment sectors (City of Nanaimo) Large sectors include retail, healthcare, accommodation/food, construction, education. Good for picking categories to apply to first.
Transport & warehousing presence (Invest Nanaimo) 2,321 jobs in the sector (2022 Esri) and 175 firms (2023) reported locally. Useful for targeting driver, delivery, and warehouse roles.

Useful external links (official + data): BC minimum wage (official) · Nanaimo rent trends · Nanaimo key industries · Invest Nanaimo stats

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FAQ — Jobs in Nanaimo

What sectors hire most often in Nanaimo?

Trades and construction, retail, healthcare and social assistance, accommodation and food services (hospitality), and transportation/warehousing are common job areas.

What is British Columbia’s minimum wage?

$17.85/hour (as of June 1, 2025).

Are salaries shown in CAD?

Yes — Nanaimo is in Canada, so pay should be listed in CAD ($).

How do I apply?

Open the listing, confirm requirements, then contact the employer directly using the details provided.

What should I expect for rent?

A Dec 2025 snapshot lists average rent around C$1,735/month, with typical ranges around C$1,459–C$2,277 (depending on size and area).

What details should employers include for better applications?

Pay in CAD, shift schedule, exact location, contract type, and a direct contact method.