Road Supervisor
どうろかんりいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Other Public Safety Occupations
- Minor : Other Public Safety Occupations
Summary
Monitors and guides road and traffic conditions to ensure the safety of road users and maintain smooth traffic flow as a security occupation.
Description
Road supervisors work on roads to ensure the safety of vehicles and pedestrians by monitoring and guiding traffic. They handle traffic regulations during road construction or events, emergency responses at accident scenes, installation of road signs and barricades, and communication coordination via radio. They work outdoors for long hours and are required to make quick judgments and actions in response to changes in weather and traffic volume. Skills can be enhanced through training and qualification acquisition at security companies or government agencies, with career advancement possible to site supervisor or safety manager.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to infrastructure maintenance, but changes in job content are anticipated with the introduction of IoT and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Calm / Cooperative / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Traffic Guidance Worker → Road Supervisor → Site Supervisor → Safety Manager → Security Company Manager
Required Skills
Baton Operation / Emergency Response / Radio Operation / Road Sign Installation
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills / Disaster Prevention Knowledge / First Aid
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to respond quickly to changes in weather and traffic volume. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is important to not miss abnormalities on the road surface or changes in traffic conditions. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for guiding traffic flow and communication during emergencies. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is necessary to endure long hours of standing work and outdoor tasks. |
| Stress Tolerance | High-stress situations such as traffic jams and accident scenes are common. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, and creative thinking is rarely required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced numerical analysis is almost unnecessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Security Guard Training and Education Supervisor
- Traffic Guidance Security Operations Certification
Related Jobs
- Road Construction Monitor
- Security Guard
- Traffic Guidance Worker