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Seven New Career Pathways (And What Each Role Actually Does)

Bricklaying, quantity surveying, rail, plant operations, retrofit, building services and quarrying — we've added seven new sectors. Here's what each job actually involves, how you get in, and the short films that show it.

What To Do After Your Mechanics Course

Getting a mechanics qualification can open up **far more career options than you would have thought**. The practical skills you’ve learned — such as problem-solving, using tools, understanding machines and working safely — can be useful in construction, engineering, manufacturing, transport and many other industries. 💷 Salary Guide: Where Could Your Mechanics Skills Take You? Typical UK salaries can vary depending on experience, location, employer and qualifications. 🔧 Vehicle Technician: £25k–£40k+ 🚜 Plant Mechanic: £30k–£45k+ ⚙️ Engineering Technician: £28k–£40k+ 🏭 Maintenance Engineer: £30k–£45k+ 🏗️ Plant/Heavy Equipment Technician: £30k–£45k+ 🚆 Rail Engineering Technician: £30k–£45k+ 👷 Experienced/Specialist Engineers: £40k–£55k+

Retrofit Career Guide