ISCO Occupation Group 3111.8 Meteorology Technician
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Meteorology Technician: Meteorology technicians collect large amounts of meteorological information for weather information users such as aviation companies or meteorological institutions. They operate specialised measuring instruments to make accurate weather predictions and report their observations. Meteorology technicians assist meteorologists in their scientific operations.
Essential Skills
- Execute Analytical Mathematical Calculations
- Review Meteorological Forecast Data
- Apply Statistical Analysis Techniques
- Perform Scientific Research
- Carry Out Meteorological Research
- Assist Scientific Research
- Use A Computer
- Write Technical Reports
- Operate Remote Sensing Equipment
- Operate Meteorological Instruments
- Apply Scientific Methods
- Collect Weather-Related Data
- Meteorology
- Meet Deadlines
- Calibrate Optical Instruments
- Mathematics
- Use Communication Devices
- Climatology
- Use Geographic Information Systems
- Operate Precision Measuring Equipment
- Use Specialised Computer Models For Weather Forecasting
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Use Meteorological Tools To Forecast Meteorological Conditions
Optional Skills
- Maintain Equipment
- Analyse Scientific Data
- Write Weather Briefing
- Manage Meteorological Database
- Write Scientific Papers
- Design Scientific Equipment
- Scientific Research Methodology
- Statistics
- Create Weather Maps
- Analyse Weather Forecast
- Advise On Weather-Related Issues
- Conduct Research On Climate Processes
- Study Aerial Photos
Alternative Names
- Weather Service Specialist
- Met Services Technician
- Climatological Technician
- Weather Station Operator
- Meteorology Technician
- Meteorological Researcher
- Atmospheric Scientist Technician
- Met Tower Installation Technician
- Electronics Technician
- Meteorological Technician
- Wind Technician
- Meteorologist
- Meteorological Instrumentation Technician
- Metrologist Assistant
- Aviation Meteorology Technician
- Atmospheric Scientist
- Weather Forecaster
