Industrial Sector Salary Report 2026
The Polish industrial sector operates in an environment full of challenges, but also new investment opportunities. What are salaries like in 2026? Which industries are still recruiting, and where are we seeing a slowdown? What skills are most sought after by employers?
In this edition of the "Industrial Sector Salary Report," we present current salary ranges for hundreds of positions, an analysis of labor market trends, and investment data along with commentary, which we requested this year from Special Economic Zones (SEZs), the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH), and a representative of the Polish Chamber of Civil Engineers.
This year's report also includes an in-depth analysis of the condition of the industrial sector, covering current challenges and its development prospects. The report includes:
- the demand for employees by collar type (white collar, blue collar, grey collar),
- an analysis of the demand for skills in key industry sectors,
- data on technical fields and the number of students preparing to enter the job market.
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Defense Sector in the Report
This year's edition marks the first time we've analyzed the defense sector, which is increasingly considered one of the main drivers of Polish industrial growth. Rising defense spending and planned investments could translate into the development of modern production facilities, research and development centers, and increased employment in engineering, production, logistics, IT, and R&D. We examine how the dynamic growth of the defense industry is impacting the labor market and which skills will be most in demand in the coming years.
"The situation in the industrial sector remains complex – in addition to the economic slowdown and cost pressures, there are still areas of stability, particularly in industries requiring large investments. In these circumstances, reliable data on salaries and market trends becomes crucial support in making business decisions. I invite you to read the ninth edition of the Industrial Sector Salary Report." - Danuta Protasewicz, Regional Manager Grafton Recruitment.
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