Metal Working Maintenance/Service Technicians
6AI USED FOR6%moving to51%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSC
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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Not every change means going back to a classroom. Name the job you do now and see the careers whose day-to-day work already overlaps yours, with the shared tasks shown so you can judge the match yourself. Measured August 2026.
The job you have
Measured by the same engine as every career on this site. This is the number the moves below are compared against.
8 moves your day-to-day already reaches
Each one shares real tasks with your job and sits in a better position against AI: less of the work already automated, or something structural protecting it that your job does not have. The shared tasks are quoted underneath, in both jobs' own words, so you can judge the match rather than trust a score.
Aircraft Maintenance and Related Trades
4AI USED FOR
6 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 2 points less of this work than yours (4% against your 6%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.THIS JOB Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and compliance with safety regulations.shared: maintain, accurate, record, maintenance, activit
- YOUR JOB Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on metalworking machinery.THIS JOB Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of aircraft systems and components.shared: conduct, routine, inspection, maintenance
- YOUR JOB Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues in equipment.THIS JOB Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using advanced diagnostic tools.shared: diagnose, mechanical, electrical
Plumbing Supervisor
4AI USED FOR
5 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 2 points less of this work than yours (4% against your 6%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.THIS JOB Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and project timelines.shared: maintain, accurate, record
- YOUR JOB Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on metalworking machinery.THIS JOB Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.shared: conduct, inspection
- YOUR JOB Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues in equipment.THIS JOB Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during plumbing installations or repairs.shared: troubleshoot, issu
Building Surveyor
4AI USED FOR
4 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 2 points less of this work than yours (4% against your 6%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on metalworking machinery.THIS JOB Conduct site inspections during various stages of construction to monitor adherence to safety standards.shared: conduct, inspection
- YOUR JOB Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.THIS JOB Manage and maintain records of inspections, approvals, and correspondence related to building projects.shared: maintain, record
- YOUR JOB Install new machinery and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.THIS JOB Conduct site inspections during various stages of construction to monitor adherence to safety standards.shared: safety, standard
Pest Management Specialist
4AI USED FOR
3 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 2 points less of this work than yours (4% against your 6%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.THIS JOB Maintain accurate records of pest activity and treatment plans for future reference.shared: maintain, accurate, record
- YOUR JOB Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on metalworking machinery.THIS JOB Conduct thorough inspections of residential and commercial properties to identify pest infestations.shared: conduct, inspection
- YOUR JOB Install new machinery and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.THIS JOB Apply eco-friendly and effective pest control measures, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.shared: compliance, safety
Skilled Metal, Electrical and Electronic Trades Supervisors
4AI USED FOR
3 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 2 points less of this work than yours (4% against your 6%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Install new machinery and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.THIS JOB Conduct regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.shared: compliance, safety, standard
- YOUR JOB Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on metalworking machinery.THIS JOB Conduct regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.shared: conduct, inspection
- YOUR JOB Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues in equipment.THIS JOB Provide technical guidance and support to tradespeople, troubleshooting issues and facilitating problem-solving.shared: troubleshoot, issu
Veterinary Surgeon
5AI USED FOR
3 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 1 points less of this work than yours (5% against your 6%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Stay updated on the latest technological advancements in metalworking machinery.THIS JOB Stay updated with the latest veterinary practices and advancements.shared: stay, updated, latest, advanc
- YOUR JOB Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues in equipment.THIS JOB Conduct thorough examinations of animals to diagnose health issues.shared: diagnose, issu
- YOUR JOB Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.THIS JOB Maintain detailed medical records and manage follow-up care for patients.shared: maintain, record
Carpenter and Joinery Supervisors
4AI USED FOR
2 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 2 points less of this work than yours (4% against your 6%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on metalworking machinery.THIS JOB Conduct quality control inspections to guarantee the highest standards of workmanship.shared: conduct, inspection
- YOUR JOB Install new machinery and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.THIS JOB Review project plans and specifications to ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations.shared: compliance, safety
Demolition Supervisor
4AI USED FOR
2 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 2 points less of this work than yours (4% against your 6%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
Show the tasks that match
- YOUR JOB Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on metalworking machinery.THIS JOB Conduct site inspections to assess potential hazards and implement safety measures.shared: conduct, inspection
- YOUR JOB Install new machinery and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.THIS JOB Oversee demolition projects from planning through execution, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.shared: compliance, safety
Matches come from both careers' own published task lists, not from a similarity score we ask you to trust. A move being listed does not mean an employer will agree: it means the work overlaps and the measurement is better. Retraining routes, if you decide you want one, are on the switch page.