Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
brazier
ESCO occupation · 17 essential, 30 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
perform test run
types of metal
select filler metal
apply precision metalworking techniques
ensure equipment availability
monitor gauge
ensure correct metal temperature
operate brazing equipment
wear appropriate protective gear
spot metal imperfections
quality standards
prepare pieces for joining
torch temperature for metal processes
remove inadequate workpieces
apply brazing techniques
remove processed workpiece
apply flux
Optional & specialised skills
fuel gas
manufacturing of metal household articles
flammable fluids
handle fuels
manufacturing of tools
keep records of work progress
adjust temperature gauges
ferrous metal processing
types of metal manufacturing processes
operate oxy-fuel welding torch
maintain mechanical equipment
manufacturing of door furniture from metal
manufacturing of heating equipment
metal joining technologies
welding techniques
apply arc welding techniques
operate precision measuring equipment
apply soldering techniques
perform product testing
manufacturing of small metal parts
consult technical resources
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
work ergonomically
metal smoothing technologies
apply preliminary treatment to workpieces
ensure correct gas pressure
use welding equipment
manufacturing of metal containers
non-ferrous metal processing
operate soldering equipment
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.