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Is being a geothermal plant manager a good fit for you?

Runs a power station that makes electricity from underground heat. Keeps equipment working safely and efficiently.

What the work involves

  • Supervises staff at geothermal power plants and wells.
  • Oversees plant operations and repairs to meet safety rules.
  • Tells staff about conditions at the plant.
  • Finds and assesses equipment and process problems that waste energy.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on, organising and persuading. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingSome. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
  • Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
  • Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.

How much training it needs

Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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