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Quarry workers dig out and process rock, slate, gravel and sand from quarries or mines.

Rail track maintenance workers inspect and repair railway tracks, bridges, tunnels and viaducts.

Railway signallers operate the signals and points on rail tracks to keep trains running safely and on time.

Recycling operatives collect, sort and recycle materials like glass, paper and plastics from homes and businesses.

Refrigeration and air-conditioning installers work on air quality and cooling systems in buildings, storage and transport.

Road workers build, repair and resurface roads, dual carriageways and motorways.

Robotics engineers design and build machines to do automated jobs in industries like manufacturing, aerospace and medicine.

Rolling stock technicians service, maintain and repair train engines, carriages and other rail vehicles.

Roustabouts work on oil and gas rigs, looking after equipment, unloading supplies and helping the drilling team with tasks.

Satellite engineers install and repair telecoms equipment and satellite systems.

Security systems installers fit and service electronic systems that detect intruders or manage access to buildings.

Shoe repairers fix footwear and other items like bags and belts.