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  1. Rolling stock engineering technician

    Alternative titles for this job include Rail engineering technician

    Rolling stock engineering technicians service, maintain and repair train engines, carriages and other rail vehicles.

    Salary: £30,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Transport and logistics Engineering and manufacturing


  2. Roustabout

    Alternative titles for this job include Oil rig worker, oil and gas worker

    Roustabouts work on oil and gas rigs, maintaining equipment, unloading supplies and helping the drilling team with tasks.

    Salary: £28,000 to £48,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  3. Royal Navy rating

    Alternative titles for this job include Seaman, seawoman, sailor

    Royal Navy ratings work in a variety of roles on board ships and submarines, and at naval bases.

    Salary: £26,000 to £37,000

    Found in: Protective services Engineering and manufacturing Transport and logistics


  4. Satellite engineer

    Alternative titles for this job include Satellite systems technician

    Satellite engineers install and repair telecoms equipment and satellite systems.

    Salary: £20,000 to £35,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  5. Security systems installer

    Alternative titles for this job include Alarm fitter, CCTV installer

    Security systems installers fit and service electronic systems that detect intruders or manage access to buildings.

    Salary: £24,000 to £36,000

    Found in: Construction and the built environment Engineering and manufacturing


  6. Sewing machinist

    Alternative titles for this job include Industrial sewing machinist, knitting machinist

    Sewing machinists follow patterns to create products like clothes, textiles, accessories and soft furnishings.

    Salary: £23,000 to £27,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  7. Sign maker

    Alternative titles for this job include

    Sign makers design, make and install signs for buildings, roads, vehicles and exhibition displays.

    Salary: £20,000 to £28,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing Creative and Design


  8. Signalling technician

    Alternative titles for this job include

    Signalling technicians identify problems and repair, test and maintain the equipment that moves trains safely.

    Salary: £24,000 to £43,000

    Found in: Transport and logistics Engineering and manufacturing


  9. Smart home installer

    Alternative titles for this job include Smart home technology professional, smart home technician

    Smart home installers design, fit and configure lighting, heating, security, audio and home cinema systems in residential properties.

    Salary: £22,000 to £55,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  10. Smart meter installer

    Alternative titles for this job include Dual fuel smart meter installer

    Smart meter installers fit gas and electricity meters in customers' homes and businesses.

    Salary: £24,000 to £38,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  11. Structural engineer

    Alternative titles for this job include

    Structural engineers help to design and build large structures and buildings, like hospitals, sports stadiums and bridges.

    Salary: £24,000 to £55,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing Construction and the built environment


  12. Surveying technician

    Alternative titles for this job include

    Surveying technicians carry out tasks to support chartered surveyors, architects and engineers.

    Salary: £18,000 to £28,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing Construction and the built environment


  13. Technical brewer

    Alternative titles for this job include

    Technical brewers are in charge of beer making processes, quality control and packaging.

    Salary: £22,000 to £34,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  14. Telecoms engineer

    Alternative titles for this job include Telecoms technician, telecommunications field engineer

    Telecoms engineers install broadband, mobile and landline phone networks and work on satellite, digital TV and fibre optic systems.

    Salary: £24,000 to £40,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  15. Textile operative

    Alternative titles for this job include Spinner, loom operator

    Textile operatives spin natural and synthetic materials into yarns and fabrics for use in clothing, furnishings and industrial products.

    Salary: £22,000 to £29,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  16. Thermal insulation engineer

    Alternative titles for this job include Pipework lagger, thermal insulation installer

    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: Construction and the built environment Engineering and manufacturing


  17. Toolmaker

    Alternative titles for this job include Craft machinist

    Toolmakers make precision tools and parts that are used in manufacturing and engineering.

    Salary: £26,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  18. Vehicle body repairer

    Alternative titles for this job include Panel beater, motor vehicle body repairer

    Vehicle body repairers mend damaged vehicle parts and bodywork using metalworking and finishing techniques.

    Salary: £22,000 to £40,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  19. Watch or clock repairer

    Alternative titles for this job include Horologist, clock maker

    Watch and clock repairers fix, service and restore customers' timepieces and those held in collections.

    Salary: £21,000 to £30,000

    Found in: Engineering and manufacturing


  20. Water network operative

    Alternative titles for this job include Leakage operative, distribution technician, network service technician

    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 the built environment Engineering and manufacturing



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