Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
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Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
marine engineer
ESCO occupation · 13 essential, 71 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
engineering principles
adjust engineering designs
perform scientific research
engineering processes
ensure vessel compliance with regulations
execute analytical mathematical calculations
mechanics of vessels
mechanics
approve engineering design
mathematics
use technical drawing software
technical drawings
use maritime English
Optional & specialised skills
extinguish fires
fishing vessels
guidance, navigation and control
maintain electrical equipment
electronics
inspect engine rooms
disassemble engines
fisheries management
precision mechanics
stealth technology
create technical plans
Prevent sea pollution
work in outdoor conditions
analyse production processes for improvement
survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment
use tools for construction and repair
CAE software
re-assemble engines
record test data
coordinate fire fighting
maintain shipboard machinery
operate life-saving appliances
use CAM software
ship related legislative requirements
manage engine-room resources
pollution prevention
fisheries legislation
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
execute feasibility study
risks associated with undertaking fishing operations
perform small vessel safety measures
manage ship emergency plans
perform test run
design prototypes
manage the operation of propulsion plant machinery
communicate using the global maritime distress and safety system
repair engines
use CAD software
mechanical engineering
material mechanics
international regulations for preventing collisions at sea
operate control systems
operate pumping systems
analyse stress resistance of products
draft design specifications
lead a team in fishery services
assessment of risks and threats
design principles
lubricate engines
prevent fires on board
conduct performance tests
operate ship propulsion system
work in a fishery team
operate marine machinery systems
synthetic natural environment
quality of fish products
swim
electrical engineering
perform small vessel safety procedures
International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships
fire-fighting systems
operate ship rescue machinery
install transport equipment engines
fluid mechanics
provide training
maintain electronic equipment
electromechanics
apply medical first aid on board ship
control production
maintain safe engineering watches
assess financial viability
Other matches: marine engineering drafter · marine engineering technician · vessel engine assembler · vessel engine tester · vessel engine inspector
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.