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
security guard
ESCO occupation · 19 essential, 32 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
ensure law application
perform body searches
stay alert
perform security checks
liaise with security authorities
execute inspection walkway
patrol areas
maintain facility security systems
ensure public safety and security
comply with the principles of self-defence
check official documents
deal with aggressive behaviour
identify terrorism threats
monitor surveillance equipment
security threats
practice vigilance
detain offenders
restrain individuals
identify security threats
Optional & specialised skills
monitor parking areas to maintain security
illegal substances
control crowd
surveillance methods
provide door security
carry out security activities with a dog
legal requirements related to ammunition
security in commercial buildings
exercise security in hospitals
fire safety regulations
legal use-of-force
ensure security on ships
ensure compliance with types of weapons
inspect cargo
document security incidents in the store
criminal law
ensure accurate screening of luggage in aerodromes
operate radio equipment
provide first aid
handle surveillance equipment
manage major incidents
manage lost and found articles
interrogate individuals
provide security in detention centres
ensure hotel security
explosives
regulate traffic
conduct airport security screening
ensure store security
alarm systems
check methods
security in industrial buildings
Other matches: security guard supervisor · hospitality establishment security officer · airport security officer · security manager · armoured car 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.