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
recycling specialist
ESCO occupation · 22 essential, 10 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
waste management
advise on waste management procedures
manage recycling program budget
follow recycling collection schedules
environmental legislation
oversee quality control
build business relationships
coordinate shipments of recycling materials
obtain relevant licenses
develop recycling programs
promote environmental awareness
maintain recycling records
update licenses
hazardous waste storage
train staff on recycling programs
monitor legislation developments
inspect recycling procedures
carry out environmental audits
ensure compliance with waste legislative regulations
research recycling grant opportunities
ensure compliance with environmental legislation
identify new recycling opportunities
Optional & specialised skills
ensure equipment availability
analyse environmental data
recruit employees
use different communication channels
manage health and safety standards
educate on recycling regulations
operate recycling processing equipment
follow control of substances hazardous to health procedures
manage contracts
arrange equipment repairs
Other matches: water conservation technician · materials engineer · sorter labourer · recycling worker · wash deinking operator
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.