JOB DESCRIPTION: Sailors work on passenger ships, tankers (which carry liquids and gases in bulk) and freighters (which carry goods). They have various jobs depending on the type of ship, such as safely stowing the ship’s cargo, maintaining the ship, helping to navigate and steer the ship and ensuring it arrives safely at the destination.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Pilots fly planes carrying passengers and cargo on long and short-haul flights. Larger planes are usually operated by at least two pilots, who take it in turns to fly. Pilots are responsible for the safe operation of the plane and need to be well-prepared and calm in an emergency.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Naval engineers design, construct and repair warships and other marine vessels such as ferries, submarines and yachts. They ensure that a ship’s design is safe and strong.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Astronauts go on missions into space, usually working as part of a crew on board a spacecraft. They are likely to need a degree in engineering, science or medicine. Astronaut selection is a tough process that includes physical, mental and academic tests.
