Job Descriptions

Specialist search and rescue workers help locate and rescue people from hazardous environments.;

Conference and exhibition managers plan and run events like trade shows, conferences and exhibitions.;

Health and safety advisers work to reduce accidents, injury and health problems in the workplace.;

Registrars collect and record details of all births, deaths, marriages and civil partnerships.;

Trading standards officers (TSOs) protect consumers and businesses by promoting a safe and fair trading environment.;

Animal care workers look after animals in places like kennels, rescue centres and sanctuaries.;

Dog handlers work with specially trained dogs to help detect and prevent crime, find lost or missing people and protect property.;

Farm workers raise livestock and plant and harvest crops, using agricultural machinery.;

Deckhands clear the decks, prepare and maintain equipment and handle the catch on offshore fishing vessels.;

Kennel workers care for dogs and cats in kennels or catteries.;

Insurance claims handlers help people who are making claims on their insurance policies.;

Media researchers support producers by finding information, people and places for television or radio programmes.;

Operational researchers analyse how organisations can improve the way they work.;

User researchers collect, analyse and test data to design websites, software and applications based on user needs.;

Carpet fitters and floor layers fit carpets and vinyl tiles, and lay laminate and solid timber floors.;

Electricity distribution workers maintain and repair the power lines that connect homes and businesses to the national grid.;

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

Heating and ventilation engineers install and service heating and air conditioning in large buildings like factories, schools and hospitals.;

Kitchen and bathroom fitters install kitchens and bathroom suites in homes and businesses.;

Valuers and auctioneers advise individuals and businesses that buy, sell and rent land and property.;