Mine Tunnel Support Frame Installer
こうどうしちゅうわくいれいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who assembles and installs support frames inside mine tunnels to prevent ground collapse.
Description
A mine tunnel support frame installer is a specialized worker who assembles and installs wooden or steel support frames (bracing materials) inside mine shafts or tunnel construction sites to prevent ground collapses. They perform surveying and marking based on design drawings, and accurately place and secure bracing materials using hand tools or small heavy machinery. The work involves significant physical and mental strain in narrow, high-humidity underground environments, requiring strict adherence to safety regulations and close teamwork.
Future Outlook
Although the number of operating mines in Japan is limited, demand from resource development and tunnel construction ensures stability. Trends emphasize the skills of experienced workers due to advances in safety technology and partial automation.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Indoor Work / Mine Site Assignment / Shift / Team Work
Career Path
Apprentice Worker → Skilled Worker → Crew Leader → Safety Manager → Mining Engineer
Required Skills
Assembly and Installation of Supports / Hand Tool Operation / Underground Surveying / Understanding of Safety Rules
Recommended Skills
Heavy Equipment Operation / Mine Machinery Maintenance / Welding Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to adapt to narrow underground spaces and environments with changes in humidity and temperature. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Errors in bracing work can lead to tunnel collapse. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handling heavy support materials and long hours of work are required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress tolerance is required for work in confined and hazardous environments. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Work is progressed in coordination underground. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Does not require complex mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Underground Work Supervisor
Related Jobs
- Mine Tunnel Excavator
- Mine Worker
- Underground Worker