Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
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Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
gate guard
ESCO occupation · 15 essential, 16 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
identify security threats
perform security checks
practice vigilance
security threats
check official documents
ensure public safety and security
operate control panels
work in shifts
monitor guest access
manage major incidents
manage theft prevention
maintain incident reporting records
conduct security screenings
illegal substances
check methods
Optional & specialised skills
monitor parking areas to maintain security
provide first aid
detain offenders
liaise with security authorities
comply with the principles of self-defence
register information on arrivals and departures
provide directions to guests
handle surveillance equipment
deal with aggressive behaviour
maintain facility security systems
identify terrorism threats
communicate by telephone
react calmly in stressful situations
perform body searches
operate radio equipment
monitor surveillance equipment
Other matches: security guard · security guard supervisor · armoured car guard · crossing guard · life guard
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.