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	Geologist - Andy Powell Meet Andrew, an offshore geologist who loves traveling to remote places and working with people worldwide.
	Quarry engineer Quarry engineers investigate potential sites, oversee extraction operations and restore sites at the end of their commercial life.
	Archaeologist Archaeologists learn about the past by studying written records, collecting oral histories and excavating objects and remains at historical sites.
	Archaeologist - Jim Harris Meet Jim, an archaeologist who loves working outdoors, unearthing treasures, and imagining the lives of those who came before.
	Environmental consultant Environmental consultants advise on sustainability, including waste management, recycling, flood risk and the effects of climate change.
	Environmental Consultant - Evie Garner Meet Evie, an environmental consultant who loves solving sustainability problems and seeing her work having a real impact.
	Geoscientist Geoscientists study the Earth's structure and formation above and below ground to explore natural processes and mineral resources.
	Hydrologist Hydrologists study rainfall, rivers and groundwater systems to help develop sustainable ways of managing water.
	Oceanographer Oceanographers study seas and currents, marine plants and animals, and the rocks and minerals that lie beneath the sea bed.
	Oceanographer - Tom Finch Meet Tom, an oceanographer who loves making sense of waves and tides, and turning ocean data into safer, greener offshore wind projects.
	Palaeontologist Palaeontologists study the history of life on Earth through fossils.
	Palaeontologist - Thomas Clements Meet Thomas, a palaeontologist who loves decoding decay, working with global teams, and getting the public excited about natural history.
	Seismologist Seismologists study shock waves created by earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis. They also work in oil, gas and minerals exploration.
	Stonemason Stonemasons carve and shape stone blocks, and lay and fit stonework on construction, conservation and restoration projects.
	Geotechnician Geotechnicians collect and analyse geological data from rock, soil and water samples for use in construction, mining and engineering.
	Quarry worker Quarry workers excavate and process rock, slate, gravel and sand from quarries and opencast mines.
	Agronomist Agronomists advise farmers on soil health, disease prevention and how to improve crop production and quality.
	Civil engineer Civil engineers design and manage construction projects, such as buildings, bridges, flood defences and transport links.
	Meteorologist Meteorologists collect and study data from the atmosphere and oceans to make weather forecasts and carry out research.
	Offshore drilling worker Offshore drilling workers extract oil and gas from under the seabed, working from platforms and rigs.
	Renewable energy engineer Renewable energy engineers research and develop ways to generate sustainable power from wind, solar, hydrogen and biomass resources.
	Arboricultural officer Arboricultural officers manage and maintain trees for local councils and arboricultural contractors.
	Cartographer Cartographers collect information and data about the geography of an area to create maps, charts and plans.
	Civil engineering technician Civil engineering technicians give technical support to engineers on construction projects.
	Climate scientist Climate scientists study changes in the Earth's climate over time and how they might affect the planet in the future.
	Ecologist Ecologists study the relationship between plants, animals and the environment.
	Heritage officer Heritage officers support teams to take care of buildings, monuments and places valued for their cultural and historical importance.
	Land surveyor Land surveyors measure the shape of the land, and gather data for civil engineering and construction projects.
	Rail track maintenance worker Rail track maintenance workers inspect and repair railway tracks, bridges, tunnels and viaducts.
	Research scientist Research scientists plan and lead experiments and investigations on a range of scientific topics.
	Rural surveyor Rural surveyors provide business services to landowners and farmers, like property valuation, land management and auctioneering.
	Structural engineer Structural engineers help to design and build large structures and buildings, like hospitals, sports stadiums and bridges.
	Zoologist Zoologists study animals and their behaviour.
	Countryside officer Countryside officers manage, protect and improve the rural environment.
	Geospatial technician Geospatial technicians collect data to create maps, update satellite navigation systems and plan construction and conservation projects.
	Surveying technician Surveying technicians carry out tasks to support chartered surveyors, architects and engineers.