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Forklift driver

Alternative titles for this job include Forklift operator, forklift truck driver

Forklift drivers move, load and unload goods in warehouses, depots, ports and airports.

Salary: £23,000 to £32,000

Training time: 0 to 1 year

Found in: Transport and logistics

Heavy vehicle technician

Alternative titles for this job include HGV mechanic, LGV technician

Heavy vehicle technicians service and repair lorries, trailers, transporters, forklifts, buses and coaches.

Salary: £26,000 to £55,000

Training time: 3 to 4 years

Found in: Engineering and manufacturing Transport and logistics

Helicopter pilot

Helicopter pilots fly single and multi-engined helicopters for business, leisure or emergency services.

Salary: £30,000 to £55,000

Training time: Variable

Found in: Transport and logistics

HGV driver

Alternative titles for this job include LGV driver, tanker driver, lorry driver

HGV drivers transport and deliver products, including bulk materials and liquids, between suppliers and customers all over the country.

Salary: £27,000 to £47,000

Training time: 1 to 2 years

Found in: Transport and logistics

Merchant Navy deck officer

Alternative titles for this job include Chief officer, navigation officer, captain, master

Merchant Navy deck officers are responsible for the safety, navigation, operation and crew of cargo and passenger ships.

Salary: £30,000 to £80,000

Training time: 3 to 4 years

Found in: Transport and logistics

Merchant Navy engineering officer

Alternative titles for this job include Chief engineer, first engineer, electro-technical officer

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

Salary: £30,000 to £80,000

Training time: 3 to 4 years

Found in: Engineering and manufacturing Transport and logistics

Merchant Navy rating

Alternative titles for this job include Engine rating, deck rating, able seafarer, petty officer

Merchant Navy ratings support navigation, watchkeeping and engine room duties on board cargo and passenger ships.

Salary: £21,000 to £30,000

Training time: 0 to 2 years

Found in: Transport and logistics

Motor mechanic

Alternative titles for this job include Light vehicle technician, hybrid and electric vehicle technician

Motor mechanics repair and service cars and vans.

Salary: £22,000 to £42,000

Training time: 2 to 3 years

Found in: Engineering and manufacturing Transport and logistics

Motorcycle mechanic

Alternative titles for this job include Motorcycle technician, motorbike mechanic

Motorcycle mechanics service and repair motorbikes, scooters and quad bikes.

Salary: £25,000 to £40,000

Training time: 2 to 3 years

Found in: Engineering and manufacturing Transport and logistics

Motorsport engineer

Alternative titles for this job include Performance engineer

Motorsport engineers design, test and build racing cars, rally cars and motorcycles.

Salary: £27,000 to £60,000

Training time: 4 to 5 years

Found in: Engineering and manufacturing Transport and logistics

RAF aviator

Alternative titles for this job include Enlisted aviator

RAF aviators make up the majority of RAF personnel and maintain its ability to fight and fly.

Salary: £27,000 to £51,000

Training time: 0 to 1 year

Found in: Protective services Transport and logistics

RAF officer

RAF officers work in a number of roles and are responsible for the welfare and discipline of personnel under their command.

Salary: £36,000 to £65,000

Training time: 3 to 4 years

Found in: Protective services Transport and logistics Engineering and manufacturing

Rail track maintenance worker

Alternative titles for this job include Railway worker, track operative

Rail track maintenance workers inspect and repair railway tracks, bridges, tunnels and viaducts.

Salary: £28,000 to £43,000

Training time: 2 to 3 years

Found in: Transport and logistics Engineering and manufacturing

Railway signaller

Alternative titles for this job include Points operator, signal operator

Railway signallers operate the signals and points on rail tracks to keep trains running safely and on time.

Salary: £35,000 to £55,000

Training time: 2 to 3 years

Found in: Transport and logistics

Recycling operative

Alternative titles for this job include Waste resources recycling operative, recycling centre worker

Recycling operatives collect, sort and recycle materials like glass, metal, paper and plastics from homes and businesses.

Salary: £23,000 to £30,000

Training time: 0 to 1 year

Found in: Transport and logistics Agriculture, environment and animal care

Road transport manager

Road transport managers make sure goods and passengers reach their destinations safely, on time and in the most cost effective way.

Salary: £30,000 to £58,000

Training time: 3 to 5 years

Found in: Transport and logistics

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

Training time: 3 to 4 years

Found in: Transport and logistics Engineering and manufacturing

Signalling technician

Signalling technicians inspect and maintain signalling equipment that keeps the trains running safely. They also identify and repair faults.

Salary: £28,000 to £45,000

Training time: 3 to 5 years

Found in: Transport and logistics Engineering and manufacturing

Taxi driver

Alternative titles for this job include Cab driver, private hire driver, minicab driver

Taxi drivers pick up passengers and charge a fee to take them to their destination.

Salary: £20,000 to £35,000

Training time: 0 to 1 year

Found in: Transport and logistics

Train conductor

Alternative titles for this job include Train guard, train crew, senior conductor

Train conductors check passenger tickets and passes, provide travel updates and make sure passengers have a safe and comfortable journey.

Salary: £25,000 to £37,000

Training time: 1 to 2 years

Found in: Transport and logistics Sales, marketing and procurement

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