Job Descriptions

Engineering operatives use hand and machine tools to do jobs across different industries.;

Civil engineering technicians give technical support to engineers on construction projects.;

Demolition operatives dismantle buildings and structures, remove hazardous materials, and carry out salvage operations.;

Engineering construction craftworkers fit and repair machinery and equipment on structures ranging from oil rigs to sports stadiums.;

Engineering construction technicians install, service and repair machines and equipment in buildings, factories and industrial plants.;

Mechanical engineering technicians design, install and repair industrial plant machinery and parts.;

Water network operatives look after the pipes, mains and pumping stations that supply homes, businesses and industry with water.;

Food packaging operatives work on production lines to put food and drink products into containers, cans or packets.;

Port operatives work with cargo, passengers and marine craft in ports and harbours.;

Merchant Navy engineering officers maintain the mechanical and electrical machinery and instruments on board a ship.;

Aerospace engineering technicians design, build, test and repair civil and military aircraft.;

Agricultural engineering technicians help to solve practical engineering problems in land-based industries.;

Chemical engineering technicians help to research, develop and manufacture plastics, medicines, foods, textiles and fuel.;

Electrical engineering technicians install, repair and maintain electrical equipment and controls.;

Electronics engineering technicians design, build and maintain electronic systems and components.;

Engineering craft machinists use lathes, cutters and grinders to make parts used in manufacturing and engineering.;

Engineering maintenance technicians service and repair equipment in industries like manufacturing, production and transport.;

Marine engineering technicians design, build, service and repair boats and ships.;

Rail engineering technicians install and service mechanical and electrical systems across the rail network;

Recycling operatives collect recyclables like glass, paper and plastics from homes and businesses for sorting at waste collection sites.;