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
marine mechanic
ESCO occupation · 37 essential, 28 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
distinguish ship construction methods
moor vessels
maintain records of maintenance interventions
operate vessel engine room
international waterways
detect malfunctions in engines
apply vessel engine regulations
unmoor vessels
ensure vessel compliance with regulations
adhere to traffic regulations on inland waterways
communicate reports provided by passengers
maintain vessel engine room
mechanics of vessels
functions of vessel deck equipment
manage vessel control systems
use technical documentation
electrical systems used in transportation
engine components
distinguish various types of ships
read standard blueprints
apply regulations on cargo transport operations
european classification of inland waterways
mechanics
clean parts of vessels
disassemble engines
national waterways
wear appropriate protective gear
prepare equipment for navigation operations
repair engines
prevent damage to electrical devices on board
repair vessel mechanical systems
evaluate engine performance
vessel fuels
prepare main engines for navigation operations
execute safety assurance exercises
ensure integrity of hull
inland waterway ship building
Optional & specialised skills
install electrical and electronic equipment
work ergonomically
electronics
implement workplace drug policies
encourage teambuilding
multimodal transport logistics
swim
maintain hydraulic systems
work in a rail transport team
provide feedback on job performance
comply with checklists
act reliably
maintain vessel steering mechanisms
repair maritime communication equipment
show confidence
electrical machines
dispose of hazardous waste
perform services in a flexible manner
have computer literacy
repair heating equipment
use different communication channels
monitor pumping system operations
electric generators
inspect engine rooms
purchase supplies
principles of cargo stowage
repair vessel electrical systems
use riverspeak to communicate
Other matches: marine electronics technician · marine engineer · hydropower technician · marine chief engineer · fisheries assistant engineer
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.