Barite Miner
ばらいとさいくついん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who mines ore from barite (heavy spar) deposits and performs on-site drilling, blasting, transportation, and loading. Main duties include heavy equipment operation and safety management.
Description
Barite miners perform drilling, blasting, and extraction work on barite deposits in surface or underground mines. They use drills, heavy machinery, and blasting equipment to mine ore, and transport it to the beneficiation plant using dump trucks or conveyors. They also handle safety checks before and after work, machine inspections, and ore sampling. The environment involves a lot of dust and noise, requiring strict adherence to procedures under the Occupational Safety and Health Act and teamwork.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to barite needs for oil drilling and chemical industries. Introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies is progressing, and advancing machinery operation skills will be a future challenge.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Cooperative / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Long Hours / On-site Work / Outdoor Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Mining Worker → Mine Supervisor → Mining Engineer → Mine Manager → Business Unit Manager
Required Skills
Basic Blasting Techniques / Drill Operation / Heavy Equipment Operation (Loader, Dump) / Machine Maintenance Inspection / Safety Management / Sampling
Recommended Skills
Basic Geology Knowledge / Blasting Design / Data Recording and Reporting / Machine Operation and Maintenance / Mining Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to adapt to changes in weather and geological conditions |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is important for safe operations and quality maintenance |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Continuous heavy labor is required |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure stressful environments such as dust, noise, and blasting work |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Required for collaborative teamwork |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine work is the main focus, with few opportunities for creative thinking |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little complex mathematical analysis required; basic measurement is sufficient |
Related Qualifications
- Construction Machinery Operation Skills Training (for Land Leveling, Transportation, and Loading)
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
- Small Mobile Crane Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Barite Mine Worker
- Barite Miner
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