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The engineering sector itself is made up of a wide range of companies providing a diverse range of products and services.
Physical and Mathematical Sciences is a broad sector, with many potential career paths for those with qualifications and suitable skillsets, including medical work, engineering, teaching, finance and technology.
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Plans and allocates public housing, assessing fair rents and supervising tennant facility provision.
Works in industrial, commercial and domestic environments designing, installing and testing electrical hardware.
Fits, fixes and repairs roofs using wood, felt and slate tiles.
Heating and ventilating fitters install, maintain and repair central heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
Works to improve, predict and enhance supply chain processes in areas such as manufacturing, retailing and logistics.
Work for pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies, handling the often complex approval processes for the products produced by these companies.
Works with a tailor, retail alterations, or in a clothing factory sewing & pre-cutting material together to create garments of all kinds.
Checks and tests materials and finished goods towards ensuring that they meet production standards.
Sustainable engineers focus on minimising waste, using renewable energy sources, reducing pollution and creating long-lasting, efficient systems that can be enjoyed by future generations.
Forms an integral part of the construction and operations phases and is typically required to oversee and report on all the electrical operational, installation and safety requirements for the project.
Domestic services managers oversee the cleaning and maintenance of large residences. They work in places like universities, hospitals, nursing homes or hotels.
Investigates atmospheric phenomena and interprets meteorological data gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses.