Diver
だいばー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who performs infrastructure inspections, repairs, and surveys in underwater environments at construction and civil engineering sites.
Description
Divers use diving techniques such as air diving and saturation diving to conduct inspection, repair, welding, and survey tasks in underwater environments. Main duties include maintenance of structures such as bridges, port facilities, and dam bottoms, accident recovery operations, and seabed topography surveys. Compliance with decompression procedures and emergency response are essential, requiring advanced safety management skills. They endure long hours in heavy gear, withstand changes in water pressure and temperature, and collaborate with the diving team to complete tasks.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for infrastructure aging countermeasures and marine renewable energy development, stable job opportunities are expected.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Good team player / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Dispatch Contract / Full-time / Overseas Assignment / Project-based / Seasonal
Career Path
Junior Diver → Senior Diver → Chief Diver → Diving Supervisor → Independent Contractor
Required Skills
Air Diving / Decompression Procedures / Diving Techniques / Emergency Rescue Techniques / Underwater Welding Techniques
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Gas Welding Techniques / Marine Environment Knowledge / Underwater Robot Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to quickly adapt to environmental changes (water pressure, visibility, etc.). |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Missing small signs of abnormality can lead to major accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to wearing heavy equipment and engaging in long-duration activities. |
| Stress Tolerance | Requires calm judgment and pressure tolerance in emergencies. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Close coordination is required during team descents and ascents. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily follows procedures, so high creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Diver
Aliases
- Diving Technician
- Underwater Worker
Related Jobs
- Bridge Inspector
- Marine Survey Technician
- Underwater Welder