Great Answers to Tough Career Dilemmas by Mike Bryon

Author:Mike Bryon
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Kogan Page Publishers

Positions that pay well above the average

36 Nurses’ positions. Nursing has experienced something of a revolution in recent years and these days a nurse can expect to train to graduate level and have the choice of a wide number of specializations. Specialist nurses earn a salary commensurate with their considerable responsibility and expertise. An agency nurse can earn a higher hourly rate than one employed by a health trust. For further information see, for example, www.nhscareers.nhs.uk, or for a US career www.nurse.com.

37 Lead carpenters. These senior tradesmen and women supervise the on-site completion of construction projects as well as undertaking the most technical carpentry work to finish the job. Traditionally the carpenter was the person present at a site from start to finish, from constructing the forms to fitting windows, doors etc. For this reason it is often the carpenter who is made the supervisor. Find careers opportunities at, for example, www.careerjet.co.uk/carpentry-jobs and www.theconstructionjob.com.

38 Cable supervisor. This work involves overseeing the work of technicians laying or repairing communication cabling on a site. Supervisors monitor the day’s work and ensure company policies and procedures are followed. They ensure that safe working practices are adhered to, and report any problems and the progress of the job at the end of the day. Find the cable companies trading in your area at www.cable.co.uk.

39 Chemical production supervisor. These managers oversee production of chemical products. They are responsible for safe working practices in the production area and the protection of the environment. They supervise the adherence to stated processes and procedures and make sure that packaging, paperwork and labelling are correct. For further information and careers, view www.akzonobel.com/careers.

40 Medical facility housekeeping director. Hospital housekeeping jobs involve cleaning wards, changing linen, maintaining hygiene and keeping the assigned area infection free. The housekeeping supervisor is responsible for monitoring the work of housekeepers, while the director of housekeeping is responsible for staff planning and ensuring that the hygiene and infection control standards of the institute are met. A good place to start your search for further information is www.bupa.co.uk/careers.

41 Flight service manager. Flight service managers are responsible for the quality of all in-flight services to passengers. They review and monitor the performance of flight attendants and make sure that they comply with uniform guidelines. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with the aviation regulatory procedures regarding passenger safety. You can find out more at sites such as www.britishairwaysjobs.com.

42 Train/locomotive engineer. Whether they are driving electric, diesel-electric or gas-turbine-electric trains to transport passengers or freight, train drivers need to be able to work alone for long periods and be relied on to adhere to safety procedures without supervision. They must be dependable in terms of timekeeping and must not drink alcohol or take recreational drugs. It is the best paid of the driving jobs (excluding pilot), and most drivers stay in the career once they have qualified. For all careers in the railway, try www.nationalrail.co.uk/contact/careers.

43 Interior aircraft assembler. The better-paid positions in assembly work are in, for example, the aviation industry.

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