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Mechatronic Engineers combine mechanical, electrical, and software systems. Day-to-day: • Design automation systems • Build robotics • Program systems • Test performance • Integrate technologies Where you work: Automation, robotics, manufacturing Demand in SA: EXTREMELY HIGH

Explore a career in Mechatronics Technician.

Media Buyers purchase advertising space across platforms at the best rates. Day-to-day: • Buy ad placements • Negotiate pricing • Manage budgets • Monitor campaigns • Report performance Where you work: Media agencies, advertising firms Demand in SA: HIGH

Media Planners decide where and when ads should appear for maximum impact. Day-to-day: • Plan media campaigns • Analyse audience data • Allocate budgets • Negotiate placements • Track performance Where you work: Media agencies, advertising agencies Demand in SA: HIGH

A General Practitioner (GP) is usually the first point of contact for patients. They diagnose illnesses, prescribe medication, perform basic procedures, and refer patients to specialists. Day-to-day: Consult patients (20–40 per day in busy clinics) Diagnose illnesses (flu, infections, chronic diseases) Prescribe treatment & medication Manage long-term conditions (diabetes, hypertension) Where you work: Hospitals, private practices, clinics, telehealth Demand in SA: VERY HIGH (especially public sector & rural areas)

They perform laboratory tests that help doctors diagnose diseases. Day-to-day: Analyse blood & samples Operate lab equipment Record results Support diagnosis Where you work: Hospitals, labs (Ampath, Lancet) Demand in SA: HIGH

Explore a career in Medical Research.

Metal Engravers carve designs and text into metal surfaces for jewellery, awards, and industrial use. Day-to-day: • Engrave metal surfaces • Design patterns • Use precision tools • Customise products • Maintain equipment Where you work: Jewellery shops, manufacturing, engraving businesses Demand in SA: MODERATE

Metallurgical Engineers work with metals and materials in mining and manufacturing. Day-to-day: • Analyse materials • Improve processes • Test metals • Ensure quality • Develop alloys Where you work: Mining, manufacturing Demand in SA: VERY HIGH

Metro police enforce municipal laws, traffic laws, and assist SAPS. Day-to-day: Patrol city Enforce bylaws Traffic enforcement Assist operations Where you work: City municipalities Demand in SA: HIGH

Microbiologists study bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms that affect human health. Day-to-day: Analyse samples in labs Study infectious diseases Conduct research on viruses/bacteria Develop treatments or prevention methods Work with healthcare teams Where you work: Laboratories, research institutions, universities Demand in SA: GROWING (post-COVID awareness)