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The professionals needed in Lithuania. A list of the most in-demand professions in Lithuania
The professionals needed in Lithuania. A list of the most in-demand professions in Lithuania
In Lithuania, certain professions are currently in high demand due to labour shortages in key sectors. This list highlights the most sought-after jobs, helping professionals and employers understand where skills are most needed. The information is based on official employment data and the Lithuanian Labour Exchange.
Important Notice
Migration Law Center does not provide employment, recruitment or job-placement services in Lithuania.
We do not search for jobs, do not act as intermediaries, and do not offer employment opportunities.
Below you will find informational content only, including the updated list of professions currently in highest demand in Lithuania.
Updated introduction before the profession list
In Lithuania, the demand for qualified workers remains high, and certain sectors consistently face labour shortages.
The following is the updated list of the most in-demand professions in Lithuania, based on the Labour Exchange and official employment data.
| Occupation | Lithuanian classification / sector |
|---|
| Technical Director | High value-added (managerial) |
| Head of Research & Development Unit | Manager / R&D |
| Production / Department Manager | Operations / Industry |
| Chief Technologist | Engineering / Manufacturing |
| Chief Engineer | Engineering |
| Supply Department Manager | Logistics / Supply Chain |
| Chemist | Science / Chemistry |
| Pharmaceutical Chemist | Chemistry / Pharma |
| Quality Control Chemist | Quality / Lab |
| Genetic Engineer | Biotechnology / Engineering |
| Microbiologist | Biology / Lab Science |
| Production Organization Engineer | Industrial Engineering |
| Robotics Engineer | Robotics / Mechatronics |
| Industrial Equipment / Mechanical Engineer | Engineering |
| Automation Engineer | Automation / Control Systems |
| Software Developer / IT Programmer | ICT / Software |
Non-Highly Skilled Shortage Occupations in Lithuania
| Category | Occupation (EN) |
|---|---|
| Construction | Concrete worker / Concreter |
| Bricklayer | |
| Carpenter | |
| Plasterer | |
| Tiler | |
| Painter | |
| Scaffolder | |
| Insulation installer | |
| Drywall installer | |
| Roof installer / Roofer | |
| Building electrician | |
| Building plumber / Pipe installer | |
| Ventilation system installer | |
| Heating system installer | |
| Welders in construction | |
| Metalworking & Manufacturing | Welder (various methods: MIG/MAG/TIG) |
| Metalworker / metal processing operator | |
| CNC machine operator | |
| Locksmith | |
| Fitter / Assembler | |
| Blacksmith | |
| Toolmaker | |
| Machine operator (various industrial machines) | |
| Transport & Logistics | Truck driver (C, CE categories) |
| Bus driver (D category) | |
| Forklift operator | |
| Food Industry | Butcher / meat cutter |
| Fish processor | |
| Baker | |
| Confectioner | |
| Food production operator | |
| Textile Industry | Sewer |
| Tailor | |
| Knitting machine operator | |
| Services | Cleaner |
| Cook (non-qualified or medium-skilled) | |
| Hairdresser | |
| Shop assistant | |
| Security guard | |
| Agriculture & Forestry | Agricultural worker |
| Berry/vegetable picker | |
| Livestock worker | |
| Tractor operator | |
| Forestry worker | |
| Other Technical Jobs | Electrician (general) |
| Mechanic | |
| Auto mechanic | |
| Auto electrician | |
| HVAC technician (medium skill) |