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
oxy fuel burning machine operator
ESCO occupation · 19 essential, 28 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
supply machine
ensure equipment availability
remove processed workpiece
monitor automated machines
wear appropriate protective gear
apply cross-reference tools for product identification
torch temperature for metal processes
consult technical resources
troubleshoot
quality standards
monitor gauge
types of metal
perform test run
dispose of cutting waste material
set up the controller of a machine
fuel gas
remove inadequate workpieces
flammable fluids
operate precision measuring equipment
Optional & specialised skills
manufacturing of heating equipment
perform product testing
cutting technologies
electrical engineering
statistical process control
apply control process statistical methods
manufacturing of doors from metal
chemistry
read standard blueprints
keep records of work progress
inspect quality of products
use CAM software
program a CNC controller
types of metal manufacturing processes
replace machines
quality and cycle time optimisation
mechanics
perform machine maintenance
manufacturing of metal containers
record production data for quality control
monitor stock level
operate oxy-fuel cutting torch
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
manufacturing of metal structures
interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances
ferrous metal processing
manufacturing of steam generators
mark processed workpiece
Other matches: plasma cutting machine operator · aircraft fuel system operator · incinerator operator · lime kiln operator · wood fuel pelletiser
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.