Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
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Network engineer
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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
practice vigilance
ensure law application
undertake inspections
surveillance methods
write security reports
coordinate patrols
maintain facility security systems
detain offenders
ensure public safety and security
monitor surveillance equipment
execute inspection walkway
manage the security team
supervise staff
liaise with security authorities
manage security equipment
security threats
supervise security at manned access gates
coordinate security
Optional & specialised skills
security in commercial buildings
deal with aggressive behaviour
legal use-of-force
fire safety regulations
handle surveillance equipment
restrain individuals
document security incidents in the store
train security officers
perform security checks
security in industrial buildings
ensure hotel security
illegal substances
patrol areas
provide first aid
legal requirements related to ammunition
monitor parking areas to maintain security
operate radio equipment
check official documents
manage major incidents
provide door security
check methods
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.