Automobile
Future manpower requirements in Automobile
Factors driving transformation of manpower
Actual Forecast
20 000
18 000
17 500 17 500
18 000
16 000 New energy
vehicle
14 000
12 000
Provision of servicing for new energy
10 000 Manpower requirements change vehicles will require qualified training
(from 2023 to 2028) : for electric vehicle (EV) mechanics.
8 000 No change The adoption of hydrogen-powered
6 000
vehicles in the public sector would also
require mechanics with knowledge in the
Manpower requirements CAGR
4 000 field.
(from 2023 to 2028): 0%
2 000
0
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023E 2024E 2025E 2026E 2027E 2028E
Adoption of
Manpower
Manpower requirements
requirement Manpower requirements projection
requirement projection digital tools
Equipment with advanced diagnostics and
Sources: VTC Automobile Industry Manpower Survey Report 2023, PwC analysis
repair technology to provide improved and
Note:
Reference has been made to the estimated annual growth rates for 2024-2027 in the VTC Automobile Industry Manpower Survey Report
more efficient services and enhance
2023. customer experience.
Occupations and skills in high demand in Automobile
OCCUPATIONS IN HIGH DEMAND SKILLS in DEMAND
Occupation Description
EV repair and maintenance
Specialising in EV repair and maintenance of internal
Mechanics who have knowledge of EV combustion engines, ensuring vehicle reliability and peak
systems including battery technologies, mechanical performance.
Electric vehicle (EV)
power electronics, and charging
mechanics
systems so as to service and and repair
EVs. Diagnosis using computers
Utilising advanced diagnostic software to accurately identify
issues in modern vehicles, adhering to rigorous regulatory
Mechanics who are qualified to service compliance standards.
Commercial vehicle
and repair commercial vehicles.
mechanics
Sources: VTC Automobile Training Board, PwC analysis
Educational requirements
N/A VPET or above Degree or above
Sources: VTC Automobile Industry Manpower Survey Report 2023, PwC analysis