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 supervisor
ESCO occupation · 19 essential, 21 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
manage the security team
manage security equipment
liaise with security authorities
practice vigilance
supervise security at manned access gates
coordinate security
detain offenders
supervise staff
criminal law
coordinate patrols
surveillance methods
maintain facility security systems
execute inspection walkway
monitor surveillance equipment
ensure law application
write security reports
ensure public safety and security
security threats
undertake inspections
Optional & specialised skills
check methods
legal requirements related to ammunition
provide door security
operate radio equipment
manage major incidents
illegal substances
document security incidents in the store
provide first aid
handle surveillance equipment
security in commercial buildings
patrol areas
monitor parking areas to maintain security
check official documents
train security officers
legal use-of-force
restrain individuals
ensure hotel security
security in industrial buildings
deal with aggressive behaviour
fire safety regulations
perform security checks
Other matches: security guard · aviation safety officer · hospitality establishment 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.