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
geology technician
ESCO occupation · 22 essential, 34 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
mathematics
collect geological data
test raw minerals
prepare samples for testing
collect samples
work ergonomically
scientific research methodology
record test data
conduct field work
statistics
apply statistical analysis techniques
perform sample testing
assist scientific research
execute analytical mathematical calculations
geological time scale
prepare technical reports
operate scientific measuring equipment
cartography
write production reports
apply scientific methods
collect samples for analysis
apply safety procedures in laboratory
Optional & specialised skills
process data
archive scientific documentation
geophysics
collect data using GPS
geology
maintain cores
liaise with geology professionals
investigate soil stability
negotiate land access
study aerial photos
physics
geographic information systems
geodesy
provide information on geological characteristics
provide technical expertise
geochemistry
prepare surveying report
perform laboratory tests
advise on geology for mineral extraction
apply digital mapping
plan geotechnical investigations in the field
assess environmental impact
troubleshoot
create GIS reports
conduct soil sample tests
use a computer
train employees
prepare geological map sections
create thematic maps
environmental legislation
interpret geophysical data
develop geological databases
assist with geophysical surveys
use geographic information systems
Other matches: environmental geologist · geologist · exploration geologist · veterinary technician · computer hardware engineering technician
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.