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	Aerospace engineer Aerospace engineers design, test, build and maintain aeroplanes, spacecraft and satellites.
	Air accident investigator Air accident investigators search for the causes of accidents and serious incidents, involving civilian aircraft.
	Air traffic controller Air traffic controllers give information and instructions to airline pilots to help them take off and land safely and on time.
	Airline pilot Airline pilots fly passengers and cargo to destinations around the world.
	Anaesthetist Anaesthetists are doctors who give anaesthetics to patients before, during and after surgery.
	Architect Architects design new buildings and the spaces around them, and restore and conserve existing buildings.
	Astronomer Astronomers study the origin and structure of the universe, including its planets, stars, galaxies and black holes.
	Audiologist Audiologists and hearing aid dispensers work with children and adults who have hearing loss, tinnitus, or problems with balance.
	Building control officer Building control officers make sure existing buildings and new developments meet regulations, and are safe for the people who live and work in them.
	Building surveyor Building surveyors advise clients about the design, construction, maintenance and repair of buildings.
	Chemical engineer Chemical engineers develop ways to turn raw materials into everyday products.
	Civil engineer Civil engineers design and manage construction projects, such as buildings, bridges, flood defences and transport links.
	Clinical engineer Clinical engineers design, develop and maintain medical equipment used to diagnose illness and treat patients.
	Clinical scientist Clinical scientists research and develop techniques and equipment to help prevent, diagnose and treat illness.
	Computer games developer Computer game developers create video games for phones, tablets, PCs and consoles.
	Critical care technologist Critical care technologists monitor life support and other equipment used with critically ill patients.
	Design and development engineer Design engineers improve product performance and efficiency while researching and developing new ideas and systems.
	Electrical engineer Electrical engineers design, build and maintain electrical systems, machinery and equipment in lots of different industries.
	Electronics engineer Electronics engineers design and develop systems for industry, from mobile communications to manufacturing and aerospace.
	Fire safety engineer Fire safety engineers make sure that buildings are designed to keep people, property and the environment safe from the dangers of fire.
	Heavy vehicle technician Heavy vehicle technicians service and repair lorries, trailers, transporters, forklifts, buses and coaches.
	Helicopter engineer Helicopter engineers service and repair helicopters.
	Marine engineer Marine engineers build and repair boats, ships, submarines, offshore platforms and drilling equipment.
	Medical physicist Medical physicists design, develop and test the scanning and imaging equipment used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
	Merchant Navy deck officer Merchant Navy deck officers are responsible for the safety, navigation, operation and crew of cargo and passenger ships.
	Merchant Navy engineering officer Merchant Navy engineering officers maintain the mechanical and electrical machinery and instruments on board a ship.
	Meteorologist Meteorologists collect and study data from the atmosphere and oceans to make weather forecasts and carry out research.
	Motorsport engineer Motorsport engineers design, test and build racing cars, rally cars and motorcycles.
	Nanotechnologist Nanotechnologists manipulate molecules and atoms to design and create new materials and devices.
	Naval architect Naval architects design, construct, refit and repair marine vessels and offshore structures.
	Nuclear engineer Nuclear engineers design and build technology used in areas like power generation, healthcare and defence.
	Offshore drilling worker Offshore drilling workers extract oil and gas from under the seabed, working from platforms and rigs.
	Optometrist Optometrists test vision, identify eye health problems, prescribe glasses and fit contact lenses.
	Orthoptist Orthoptists work with a team of specialists to diagnose and treat eye problems.
	Patent attorney Patent attorneys advise clients on how to apply for patents for new inventions, designs or processes.
	Physicist Physicists study the behaviour of matter and energy and form theories to explain how everything fits together.
	Quarry engineer Quarry engineers investigate potential sites, oversee extraction operations and restore sites at the end of their commercial life.
	RAF officer RAF officers work in a number of roles and are responsible for the welfare and discipline of personnel under their command.
	Railway signaller Railway signallers operate the signals and points on rail tracks to keep trains running safely and on time.
	Renewable energy engineer Renewable energy engineers research and develop ways to generate sustainable power from wind, solar, hydrogen and biomass resources.
	Roadside assistance technician Roadside assistance technicians help people whose vehicles have broken down.
	Robotics engineer Robotics engineers design and build machines to do automated jobs in industries like manufacturing, aerospace and medicine.
	Royal Navy officer Royal Navy officers manage ship and submarine operations and are responsible for all personnel under their command.
	Sonographer Sonographers use ultrasound equipment to screen and diagnose medical conditions.
	Surgeon Surgeons carry out operations and medical procedures on patients.
	Train driver Train drivers operate trains on the rail network, carrying passengers and freight around the country.
	Aerospace engineering technician Aerospace engineering technicians build, test and maintain commercial and military aircraft, and satellites.
	Agricultural engineer Agricultural engineers build, service and repair agricultural, horticultural and forestry machinery and equipment.
	Architectural technician Architectural technicians work closely with architectural teams to create blueprints and technical plans on building projects.
	Architectural technologist Architectural technologists manage all stages of the technical design and planning process of building projects.
	Automotive engineer Automotive engineers design, test and build cars, vans, lorries, buses and motorbikes.
	Boat builder Boat builders construct, repair and refit marine craft from small sailing boats to large sea-going vessels.
	Bricklayer Bricklayers build houses, repair walls and chimneys and refurbish decorative stonework. They also work on heritage and restoration projects.
	Broadcast engineer Broadcast engineers make sure programmes are shown at the right times, go out without issues and are of the best quality.
	Building services engineer Building services engineers design, fit and maintain the heating, lighting and power systems in offices, hospitals and shopping centres.
	Building site inspector Building site inspectors check the quality and safety of construction work.
	Chemical engineering technician Chemical engineering technicians develop processes used in the manufacturing of medicines, food, textiles and fuels.
	Chemist Chemists investigate the chemical make up of substances and work out how they behave under different conditions.
	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.
	Construction plant mechanic Construction plant mechanics service and repair heavy plant machinery like diggers, forklift trucks and cranes.
	Construction plant operator Construction plant operators use excavators, dumper trucks, bulldozers and other heavy machinery on building sites.
	Crane driver Crane drivers operate lifting machinery at construction sites, quarries, mines, ports and warehouses.
	Demolition operative Demolition operatives clear sites ready for use. They dismantle buildings and structures, remove hazardous waste and salvage reusable materials.
	Dispensing optician Dispensing opticians give advice on vision care, and supply glasses and contact lenses to suit their customers needs.
	Electrical engineering technician Electrical engineering technicians install, repair and maintain electrical equipment, systems and controls.
	Electrician Electricians install power, lighting and renewable technologies in buildings. They also inspect and repair electrical control systems and machinery.
	Electricity distribution worker Electricity distribution workers maintain and repair the power lines and cables that connect homes and businesses to the national grid.
	Firefighter Firefighters respond to emergency call outs, search and rescue incidents and road traffic accidents. They also give advice on fire safety.
	Formworker Formworkers build temporary wood or metal frameworks that support structures during construction stages.
	Gas service technician Gas service technicians install, service and repair gas appliances and heating systems.
	Geoscientist Geoscientists study the Earth's structure and formation above and below ground to explore natural processes and mineral resources.
	Heat pump engineer Heat pump engineers install and service zero carbon central heating and hot water systems in buildings.
	Helicopter pilot Helicopter pilots fly single- and multi-engined helicopters for business, leisure or emergency services.
	Hydrologist Hydrologists study rainfall, rivers and groundwater systems to help develop sustainable ways of managing water.
	Land surveyor Land surveyors measure the shape of the land, and gather data for civil engineering and construction projects.
	Lift engineer Lift engineers install, service and repair lifts, escalators and moving walkways.
	Live sound engineer Live sound engineers control the sound at events like theatre performances, music concerts and festivals.
	Manufacturing systems engineer Manufacturing systems engineers design and install manufacturing machinery and production lines.
	Marine engineering technician Marine engineering technicians build, service and repair boats, ships and submarines.
	Materials engineer Materials engineers study how materials behave under different conditions and discover ways to improve their performance or put them to new uses.
	Mechanical engineer Mechanical engineers design, build and install machinery used in industries like power, engineering, transport and manufacturing.
	Mechanical engineering technician Mechanical engineering technicians design, install and repair industrial machines and parts.
	Metrologist Metrologists use very precise measurements in science and industry to make sure that processes and products meet high standards.
	Motor mechanic Motor mechanics repair and service cars and vans.
	Motorcycle mechanic Motorcycle mechanics service and repair motorbikes, scooters and quad bikes.
	Network engineer Network engineers design, set up and maintain physical and virtual IT communication systems for organisations.
	Non-destructive testing technician Non-destructive testing (NDT) technicians test materials and components used in buildings, structures and machinery.
	Nuclear technician Nuclear technicians are involved in the safety and day-to-day running of nuclear power stations.
	Oceanographer Oceanographers study seas and currents, marine plants and animals, and the rocks and minerals that lie beneath the sea bed.
	Performance sports scientist Sports scientists use knowledge of how the body works to help people improve their health or sporting ability.
	Pipe fitter Pipe fitters install industrial pipework, valves and sprinklers in factories, commercial premises, ships and large buildings like power stations.
	Plumber Plumbers install and repair water and heating systems in residential households and commercial properties.
	Product designer Product designers create new products and improve existing ones.
	Prosthetist and orthotist Prosthetists and orthotists use the latest technology to create devices that help patients move without pain.
	Radiographer Radiographers take scans of patients to diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries.
	Rail track maintenance worker Rail track maintenance workers inspect and repair railway tracks, bridges, tunnels and viaducts.
	Refrigeration and air-conditioning installer Refrigeration and air-conditioning installers fit, service and repair cooling systems in buildings, storage and transport.
	Research scientist Research scientists plan and lead experiments and investigations on a range of scientific topics.
	Rolling stock engineering technician Rolling stock engineering technicians service, maintain and repair train engines, carriages and other rail vehicles.