Deck Crew, Ship Engineers
かんぱんいん、せんぱいきかんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job involving handling cargo, inspecting and maintaining engine equipment, and supporting navigation on the decks or in the engine rooms of cargo ships or passenger ships.
Description
Deck crew perform ropework, cargo loading/unloading, hull cleaning, ballast management, etc., to ensure the safety of crew members and passengers. Ship engineers handle inspection, maintenance, and repair of engine equipment such as engines and boilers to maintain the propulsion power required for navigation. Physical stamina and teamwork to endure long voyages and harsh marine environments are required.
Future Outlook
Although job content will change due to advances in automation technology and labor reduction, demand for deck crew and ship engineers remains high. With the advancement of environmental regulation compliance and safety management, personnel with specialized technical skills are sought.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High attention to detail / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
International routes / Long-term voyage duty / Shift work / Unaccompanied posting
Career Path
Deck Crew → Navigating Officer → Ship Captain → Ship Engineer → Marine Engineer → Chief Engineer
Required Skills
Ballast Management / Emergency Response / Engine Inspection and Maintenance / Hull Cleaning / Pump and Valve Operation / Ropework
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Automatic Control / Communication Skills (English) / Mechanical Drawing Interpretation / Welding and Metalworking
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly respond to weather changes and emergencies. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even small malfunctions can lead to accidents. |
| Communication Skills | Because coordination among crew members directly contributes to safe operation. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is handling of heavy cargo and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to respond quickly to troubles at sea is necessary. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to endure long hours of work and harsh marine environments. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | There is a lot of collaborative work, and teamwork is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work mainly follows manuals, so creative thinking is not particularly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B
- Marine Technical Officer (Engine)
- Marine Technical Officer (Navigation)
- Small Vessel Operator
Aliases
- Deck Crew
- Deck Hand
- Engine Crew
- Marine Engineer
Related Jobs
- Marine Engineer
- Marine Machinery Mechanic
- Navigating Officer
- Ship Captain