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
water quality analyst
ESCO occupation · 13 essential, 28 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
test chemical samples
interpret scientific data to assess water quality
laboratory techniques
develop water purification methods
perform water chemistry analysis
record test data
prepare chemical samples
measure water quality parameters
perform water testing procedures
chemical processes
water chemistry analysis
use personal protection equipment
perform laboratory tests
Optional & specialised skills
test samples for pollutants
water reuse
use water disinfection equipment
develop environmental remediation strategies
maintain test equipment
fish identification and classification
report test findings
advise on soil and water protection
analyse experimental laboratory data
microbiology-bacteriology
manage water quality testing
advise on environmental remediation
promote environmental awareness
botany
advise on pollution prevention
report on environmental issues
supervise laboratory operations
calibrate laboratory equipment
ensure compliance with environmental legislation
report pollution incidents
develop scientific research protocols
manage chemical testing procedures
analyse environmental data
water policies
environmental legislation
pollution prevention
collect samples for analysis
monitor water quality
Other matches: hydrologist · ICT test analyst · textile quality inspector · air pollution analyst · water plant technician
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.