渠載（船舶修理業）
きょさい（せんぱくしゅうりぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical occupation that performs inspection, repair, and maintenance of entire ships, including hulls, engines, piping, etc.
Description
Ship repair (ship repair business) is an occupation performed in dry docks or on quay walls, involving sheet metal repairs, welding, and painting of ship hulls, as well as disassembly, inspection, maintenance, and overhaul of main engines, propulsion systems, piping systems, boilers, etc. It identifies damaged areas based on drawings and specifications, formulates repair plans using metal processing and non-destructive testing, and proceeds with operations in accordance with safety standards. On-site, it involves slinging and crane operations, handling heavy equipment and parts, and coordination between teams, which is essential. The work environment is greatly influenced by changes in weather and tide levels, requiring adaptability and physical strength.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to increasing marine transport volumes and expansion of offshore industries. In the future, maintenance will become more advanced through IoT and digital twins, with integration of IT skills anticipated.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Patient / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract work / On-site stationed / Project-based / Shift work
Career Path
Apprentice technician → Site worker → Veteran technician → Chief technician → Site supervisor → Technical instructor
Required Skills
Blueprint reading / Engine disassembly and assembly / Non-destructive testing / Piping repair techniques / Sheet metal processing / Welding skills
Recommended Skills
Basic English conversation / CAD operation / Safety management / Ship boiler knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to changes in tide levels, weather conditions, and work locations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Overlooking small damages such as gaps or cracks can lead to serious accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical strength is required for handling heavy equipment and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Important for tracing causes of failures and selecting repair methods. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Team coordination is essential across multiple processes such as welding, piping, and heavy material transport. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Not much originality is required since work follows existing procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little advanced mathematical analysis is needed; limited to dimension measurements. |
Related Qualifications
- Mechanical maintenance skills certification
- Slinging skills training
Aliases
- Ship hull repair worker
- Ship maintenance worker
- Ship repair technician
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