Deck Worker (Salvage Industry)
うわまいこう（さるべーじぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist in transportation and cargo handling operations involving salvaging sunken objects or dilapidated facilities from the seabed or sea surface, and performing dismantling and recovery work.
Description
Deck Worker (Salvage Industry) is a job that salvages, recovers, and dismantles sunken ships, cargo, and marine structures through underwater surveys, wire slinging, crane operations, cutting work, etc. The work site is at sea or in downstream river areas, forming teams with qualified divers, responding to changes in weather and sea conditions as well as poor underwater visibility, while ensuring safety to proceed with operations. It also includes operation of large cranes and lifting machinery, formulation of cargo handling plans, work using underwater welding and cutting techniques, and handling the entire flow up to onshore cargo handling and waste processing.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected from marine resource recovery, dismantling of aging structures, and salvaging of accident ships in ports and rivers, but personnel shortages are an issue due to it being a highly specialized small-scale field.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employment / Offshore Underwater Work / On-Site Resident
Career Path
Junior Salvager → Senior Salvager → Rig Supervisor → Project Manager → Independent Salvage Contractor
Required Skills
Crane Operation / Diving Skills (First-Class Diver) / Rigging / Underwater Welding Skills
Recommended Skills
Reading English Technical Documents / Underwater Robot Operation / Welding Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly respond to sudden changes in weather or sea conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because work mistakes can lead to safety accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because high physical strength is required for heavy machinery operation and diving work. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to respond immediately to changes in sea conditions or structure situations and implement countermeasures. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to endure tense environments in underwater or high-altitude work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it is necessary to collaborate with multiple professions to proceed safely with operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little advanced mathematical analysis beyond basic load calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Diver
- Small Vessel Operator
Aliases
- Marine Salvager
- Salvage Worker
Related Jobs
- Diver
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Underwater Welder