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
industrial maintenance supervisor
ESCO occupation · 15 essential, 25 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
perform data analysis
communicate problems to senior colleagues
wear appropriate protective gear
create solutions to problems
inspect data
check for damaged items
manage maintenance operations
delegate activities
oversee production requirements
ensure compliance with maintenance legislation
schedule shifts
read standard blueprints
coordinate communication within a team
liaise with managers
schedule regular machine maintenance
Optional & specialised skills
liaise with quality assurance
evaluate employees work
undertake inspections
write records for repairs
manage budgets
power plant instrumentation
recruit personnel
monitor manufacturing quality standards
radiation protection
identify hazards in the workplace
follow nuclear plant safety precautions
project commissioning
quality standards
functionalities of machinery
prepare compliance documents
write inspection reports
advise on machine maintenance
provide advice to technicians
check material rescources
use computerised maintenance management systems
maintain machinery
train employees
analyse production processes for improvement
oversee quality control
integrate new products in manufacturing
Other matches: rail construction supervisor · vehicle maintenance supervisor · electrical supervisor · industrial quality manager · precision mechanics supervisor
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.