Plumbers Are Safe … For Now

The findings of the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Future of Jobs Report 2025 show that although the rapid rise of AI is reshaping the future of work, hands-on professions like plumbing look likely to remain largely untouched by the digital revolution.

The Report

WEF’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 was based on insights from over 1,000 employers representing more than 14 million workers across 22 industry sectors and 55 economies, and sheds light on how AI is influencing employment trends. It confirms both the risks and opportunities workers face as automation accelerates across industries.