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
power production plant operator
ESCO occupation · 16 essential, 20 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
conduct routine machinery checks
monitor electric generators
electric current
mechanics
maintain electrical equipment
ensure equipment maintenance
wear appropriate protective gear
resolve equipment malfunctions
maintain power plant machinery
electricity
electric generators
use remote control equipment
respond to electrical power contingencies
automation technology
electrical power safety regulations
monitor automated machines
Optional & specialised skills
develop strategies for electricity contingencies
perform minor repairs to equipment
inspect wind turbines
fossil fuels
nuclear energy
operate hydraulic machinery controls
operate steam turbine
operate automated process control
control temperature
liaise with engineers
maintain records of maintenance interventions
biomass conversion
electricity consumption
operate boiler
types of wind turbines
arrange equipment repairs
ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule
ensure safety in electrical power operations
renewable energy technologies
hydroelectricity
Other matches: fossil-fuel power plant operator · hydroelectric plant operator · geothermal power plant operator · solar power plant operator · power plant manager
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.