Cargo Surveyor (Cargo Surveying Office)
けんりょうにん（けんりょうじぎょうしょ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Cargo surveyors use measuring instruments at cargo surveying offices to measure and certify the weight and quantity of goods based on legal measurement standards.
Description
Cargo surveyors (cargo surveying offices) are specialists who perform legal measurements under the Measurement Law, using scales and measuring instruments to accurately measure the weight or quantity of raw materials, products, cargo, etc., and issue cargo survey certificates. They are also responsible for inspecting, calibrating, and maintaining measuring instruments, creating and storing measurement records, and customer service. Periodic calibration of standard instruments is required, and strict management procedures are followed to minimize errors.
Future Outlook
With the strengthening of quality control and traceability in manufacturing and logistics industries, demand for legal measurements remains stable and is expanding. Adoption of automatic weighing systems using IoT technology is progressing.
Personality Traits
Emphasizes accuracy / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Cargo Surveyor Apprentice → Cargo Surveyor → Chief Cargo Surveyor → Cargo Surveying Office Manager
Required Skills
Calibration inspection / Knowledge of Measurement Law / Measurement record creation / Measuring instrument operation
Recommended Skills
Data management / Equipment maintenance / Quality control / Safety and health management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required because even minute errors are not tolerated. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | High mathematical ability is needed for handling measurement values and error calculations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, so little creativity is required. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Measuring Engineer
- Second-Class Measuring Engineer
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- Inspector
- Quality Control Officer
- Transportation Clerk