Pile Driving Barge Captain
くいうちせんせんちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that operates and manages vessels performing pile driving work at port and offshore construction sites. Handles not only navigation but also operation of pile driving machinery and construction progress management.
Description
Pile driving barge captains operate pile driving barges at port construction sites and offshore structure construction sites, responsible for vessel navigation, safety management, machinery operation, and construction progress management. They select optimal routes by judging weather and sea conditions, and require skills to accurately drive piles at designated positions. While coordinating with crew members, they ensure compliance with maritime laws and regulations, implement safety measures, perform equipment inspections and maintenance, and smoothly advance construction through coordination with onshore workers and contractors.
Future Outlook
Demand for marine construction due to infrastructure development and aging countermeasures remains stable, with high demand for skilled captains. Changes in work environment are expected due to work-style reforms and introduction of unmanned technologies.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Excellent judgment / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Long-term Voyage Duty / Onboard Residency / Shift Work / Site Collaboration
Career Path
Apprentice Navigator → Navigator → First Mate → Captain → Maritime Consultant
Required Skills
Pile Driver Operation / Safety Management / Ship Handling Skills / Use of Nautical Charts and Navigation Instruments / Weather Information Interpretation
Recommended Skills
Basic Marine Engineering Knowledge / Communication Skills (English) / Maritime Traffic Regulations / Vessel Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Necessary to respond to changes in weather and sea conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to accurately drive piles at specified positions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required for long hours of offshore duty and machinery operation. |
| Planning & Organization | Important for construction planning and route selection. |
| Problem Solving | Required for quick response to sea conditions or machinery troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Necessary to calmly handle bad weather or emergencies. |
Related Qualifications
- 2級海技士（航海）免許
- Small Vessel Operator License
Aliases
- Pile Driver Captain
- Pile Driving Ship Captain
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- First Mate
- Maritime Engineer
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