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 upholsterer
ESCO occupation · 13 essential, 23 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
apply health and safety standards
read engineering drawings
apply preliminary treatment to workpieces
use technical documentation
fasten components
troubleshoot
test electronic units
quality standards
wear appropriate protective gear
use power tools
read standard blueprints
align components
upholstery tools
Optional & specialised skills
install transport vehicle interior components
integrate system components
provide customized upholstery
use manual sewing techniques
sew pieces of fabric
repair wiring
identify customer's needs
install plumbing systems
accurately estimate work hours
electricity
electrical wiring plans
mechanics of vessels
install floor coverings
cut fabrics
inspect quality of products
keep records of work progress
install wall coverings
install low voltage wiring
perform upholstery repair
sew textile-based articles
install transport equipment lighting
upholster transport equipment's interior pieces
manufacture fabric furnishings
Other matches: upholsterer · railway car upholsterer · motor vehicle upholsterer · marine engineering drafter · furniture cleaner
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.