Empowering the Silver Age workforce

New career paths emerging for workers over age 55, according to Jobsdb

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The Silver Age workforce — individuals aged 55 or over — plays a crucial role in Thailand's labour market, with roughly 13 million people in this demographic, representing around 20% of the total workforce.

This number is expected to continue growing, with projections suggesting that by 2030, Thailand will reach “super-aged society” status, where individuals aged 65 and older will make up more than one-quarter of the country's population.

The online job platform Jobsdb by SEEK has introduced an initiative aiming to help Silver Age employees identify relevant career opportunities, while also preparing them for a future driven by artificial intelligence- (AI) powered tools.

According to labour market trends, AI-powered tools are playing an increasingly important role in improving productivity across industries, and are a major driver of global hiring trends. A report by the World Economic Forum found the number of workers upskilling in AI has increased by 177% since 2018.

Even in non-tech roles such as marketing, sales and healthcare, AI skills are becoming increasingly valued. Furthermore, more than 50% of employers say they would not hire candidates without AI knowledge, making skills such as prompt engineering and familiarity with tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot essential.

For the Silver Age workforce, effectively combining work experience with the use of AI technology can help them re-enter the job market with confidence. This approach also positions them as valuable assets to organisations in the modern, technology-driven world.

SEVEN CAREER PATHS