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