Labor Standards Inspector
ろうどうきじゅんかんとくかん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A public servant who supervises and guides compliance with labor conditions and occupational safety and health at workplaces based on the Labor Standards Act and related laws, issuing rectification recommendations and conducting on-site inspections.
Description
Labor Standards Inspectors belong to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare and prefectural labor bureaus, supervising and guiding compliance with labor-related laws including the Labor Standards Act at workplaces. They investigate issues such as overwork, unpaid wages, and labor accident prevention through on-site inspections and interviews, and issue rectification recommendations or administrative dispositions when violations are found. Duties include on-site inspections, handling labor consultations, reviewing notifications, data analysis, and report preparation. They promote workers' rights protection by adjusting between labor and management using specialized legal knowledge, on-site investigation skills, and appropriate communication.
Future Outlook
With work style reforms, the spread of telework, and the enforcement of harassment prevention laws, the importance of supervisory duties is increasing, and an expansion in the expertise and roles of Labor Standards Inspectors is anticipated.
Personality Traits
Excellent Communication Skills / Flexible Thinking / High Ethical Standards / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Desk Work / On-Site Inspections / Public Servant
Career Path
Labor Standards Inspector (Entry-Level) → Labor Standards Inspector Assistant (Senior) → Labor Standards Inspection Office Director → Labor Bureau Section Chief → Central Government Agency (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Headquarters)
Required Skills
Document Preparation / Labor Statistics Analysis / Legal Interpretation (Labor Standards Act, etc.) / On-Site Inspection and Supervision
Recommended Skills
English Proficiency (for International Labor Issues) / Negotiation and Facilitation Skills / Office Software / Official Document Preparation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is essential for interpreting laws and conducting fact-finding investigations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to detect minor legal violations and document deficiencies. |
| Communication Skills | To smoothly coordinate and negotiate with employers and workers. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to acquire the latest knowledge in response to legal amendments and changes in the labor environment. |
| Problem Solving | Due to the need for analyzing causes of complex labor issues and developing countermeasures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not highly required as operations center on standard legal enforcement. |
Related Qualifications
- National Public Service Comprehensive Job Examination (Legal Category)
Aliases
- Labor Standards Inspector
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