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  1. Land surveyor

    Land surveyors measure the shape of the land, and gather data for civil engineering and construction projects.

    Salary: £20,000 to £50,000

    Found in: Construction and trades, Environment and land, Science and research


  2. Landscape architect

    Landscape architects plan, design and manage the landscapes we live and work in.

    Salary: £20,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Environment and land, Creative and media


  3. Landscaper

    Landscapers create and maintain gardens, parks and other outdoor areas.

    Salary: £20,000 to £26,000

    Found in: Construction and trades, Environment and land


  4. Marine engineer

    Marine engineers build and repair boats, ships, submarines, offshore platforms and drilling equipment.

    Salary: £27,000 to £55,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance, Environment and land, Manufacturing, Science and research


  5. Meat hygiene inspector

    Meat hygiene inspectors make sure food processing plants and slaughterhouses follow safety and hygiene standards.

    Salary: £23,000 to £48,000

    Found in: Environment and land


  6. Meteorologist

    Meteorologists collect and study data from the atmosphere and oceans to make weather forecasts and carry out research.

    Salary: £27,000 to £60,000

    Found in: Environment and land, Science and research


  7. Nuclear engineer

    Nuclear engineers design and build technology used in areas like power generation, healthcare and defence.

    Salary: £28,000 to £58,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance, Environment and land, Science and research


  8. Oceanographer

    Oceanographers study seas and currents, marine plants and animals, and the rocks and minerals that lie beneath the sea bed.

    Salary: £23,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Environment and land, Science and research


  9. Palaeontologist

    Palaeontologists study the history of life on Earth through fossils.

    Salary: £25,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Environment and land, Science and research


  10. Pest control technician

    Pest control technicians identify infestations and get rid of pests like rats, mice, wasps and cockroaches.

    Salary: £22,000 to £30,000

    Found in: Environment and land, Home services


  11. Quarry engineer

    Quarry engineers investigate potential sites, oversee extraction operations and restore sites at the end of their commercial life.

    Salary: £28,000 to £56,000

    Found in: Construction and trades, Engineering and maintenance, Environment and land, Science and research


  12. Recycled metals worker

    Recycled metals workers grade, sort, clean and bale scrap metal for recycling.

    Salary: £20,000 to £24,000

    Found in: Home services, Environment and land


  13. Recycling engagement officer

    Recycling engagement officers run local recycling schemes and promote recycling in the community.

    Salary: £22,500 to £35,000

    Found in: Environment and land


  14. Renewable energy engineer

    Renewable energy engineers research and develop ways to generate sustainable power from wind, solar, hydrogen and biomass resources.

    Salary: £31,000 to £61,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance, Environment and land, Science and research


  15. Research scientist

    Research scientists plan and lead experiments and investigations on a range of scientific topics.

    Salary: £27,000 to £48,000

    Found in: Environment and land, Science and research


  16. Rural surveyor

    Rural surveyors provide business services to landowners and farmers, like property valuation, land management and auctioneering.

    Salary: £26,000 to £50,000

    Found in: Environment and land, Construction and trades, Managerial


  17. Seismologist

    Seismologists study shock waves created by earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis. They also work in oil, gas and minerals exploration.

    Salary: £24,000 to £50,000

    Found in: Science and research, Environment and land


  18. Thermal insulation engineer

    Thermal insulation engineers install insulating materials around pipes, boilers and ductwork in offices, factories, schools and hospitals.

    Salary: £20,000 to £40,000

    Found in: Environment and land, Construction and trades, Engineering and maintenance


  19. Tree surgeon

    Tree surgeons work in towns and the countryside, assessing tree health, removing branches, planting new stock and felling unsafe trees.

    Salary: £25,000 to £35,000

    Found in: Environment and land


  20. Water network operative

    Water network operatives lay and maintain the pipes, mains and pumping stations that supply water to homes and businesses.

    Salary: £18,000 to £30,000

    Found in: Construction and trades, Engineering and maintenance, Environment and land



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