Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
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Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
security guard supervisor
ESCO occupation · 19 essential, 21 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
criminal law
manage security equipment
maintain facility security systems
security threats
surveillance methods
manage the security team
supervise staff
practice vigilance
detain offenders
liaise with security authorities
write security reports
ensure law application
coordinate security
execute inspection walkway
supervise security at manned access gates
ensure public safety and security
monitor surveillance equipment
undertake inspections
coordinate patrols
Optional & specialised skills
perform security checks
handle surveillance equipment
security in industrial buildings
document security incidents in the store
legal use-of-force
provide door security
train security officers
ensure hotel security
deal with aggressive behaviour
check official documents
patrol areas
monitor parking areas to maintain security
manage major incidents
provide first aid
operate radio equipment
check methods
fire safety regulations
restrain individuals
security in commercial buildings
legal requirements related to ammunition
illegal substances
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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.