Training Training is via in-house courses, between 6 and 12 weeks in the first year, followed by updating and advanced courses, including communication and management skills. Career development Defined promotion within technical staff. May involve movement into interpretation. Movement into management or consultancy is possible. The salary data was collected in Jul 99 Location and assignments influence salary and there are additional generous benefits and overseas allowances.
Pay is performance related.
Working hours and conditions Typically includes mainly 9-5 possibly with some extra hours Work is based mainly in offices or processing centres, but occasionally based in the field. Extra hours may be required to meet time deadlines. Jobs are restricted locations UK work is generally in processing centres based around London and Aberdeen. Work may be field based and is frequently overseas. Lifestyle implications Most UK jobs are based around London or Aberdeen.