Despite the mismatch between skills and job, 48% of Thai employees said they were satisfied or very satisfied with their current job.
Interestingly, this mismatch is more pronounced among low-wage workers, with 41% of those earning less than 13,000 baht per month feeling that their current job does not match their skills and aspirations.
In contrast, only 18% of middle- and high-income employees earning more than 70,000 baht a month feel that their job perfectly matches their skills and aspirations.
The survey also highlights the tendency of Thai employees to stay in jobs where they no longer grow, often for long periods of time. 54% of younger workers aged 18-24 are more motivated to seek new opportunities, while 16% of workers aged 45-54 want to stay in a mismatched role for five years or more.
Meanwhile, the evolution of the job market is clear from the survey results.
42% of Thai employees find it more difficult to find a job that matches their qualifications now than when they started their careers. An astonishing 92% of Thai employees are willing to make a major career change, often pursuing a role that is very different from their original field of study.
In light of these findings, Jobsdb by SEEK encourages employees to explore upskilling and reskilling opportunities to enhance their potential and better align their skills to job opportunities. We encourage you to do so. By investing in professional development, you increase your employees’ chances of finding a fulfilling and rewarding career.
Additionally, this study highlights the importance of adaptability in Thailand’s workforce. The employment platform says that while many employees are happy in their current role, their willingness to make a major career change shows a desire for fulfillment and growth.
