Major Employment Sectors in Guyana

Key Job Categories Driving Guyana’s Economy

1. Agriculture – Rice, sugar, coconut, fruit, livestock, fisheries.
2. Mining – Gold, bauxite, diamonds; geologists, engineers, technicians.
3. Forestry – Logging, sawmilling, wood‑product manufacturing.
4. Construction – Infrastructure, housing; architects, engineers, tradespeople.
5. Education – Teachers, lecturers, administrators.
6. Healthcare – Doctors, nurses, pharmacists, lab techs.
7. Retail & Wholesale – Shopkeepers, distributors, market vendors.
8. Tourism – Guides, hospitality, transport, eco‑tour operators.
9. Government & Public Service – Civil servants, police, regulators.
10. ICT – Software developers, data analysts, support.
11. Finance & Banking – Accountants, loan officers, analysts.
12. Transportation – Drivers, aviators, shipping agents.

Emerging oil‑and‑gas activities are creating new specialized roles.