Ship Electrical Fitter (Outfitting) Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Job involving wiring of ship electrical equipment, installation of instrumentation devices, and testing/adjustment.
Description
Ship electrical fitters install electrical wiring and instrumentation equipment during shipbuilding or repairs, handling connections, securing, and waterproofing. They lay cables based on design drawings, assemble control panels and measuring instruments, and then verify normal operation through insulation resistance measurements, power-on tests, and other inspections/adjustments. Work is performed in high places or confined spaces, requiring precise operations down to the smallest details using tools and testers. They manage progress in teams, while also ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Future Outlook
As ships become more energy-efficient and automated, demand for advanced instrumentation skills will increase, while a shortage of skilled workers ensures stable demand.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good team player / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Indoor and outdoor work / Project-based contracts / Shift work / Ship Repair Yard
Career Path
Apprentice/Assistant → Ship Electrical Fitter → Senior Technician → Site Foreman/Supervisor → Construction Manager
Required Skills
Cable Laying / Crimping Connections / Electrical Circuit Diagram Reading / Measuring Instrument Operation / Waterproofing
Recommended Skills
Electrical CAD Operation / English Technical Document Reading / PLC Basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Minor wiring errors or poor waterproofing can lead to serious issues. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina to support long hours in confined or high places. |
| Planning & Organization | Requires ability to plan and adjust wiring routes and work procedures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows design drawings for work, with little room for original ideas. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mostly progresses work following instructions. |
Related Qualifications
- Aerial Work Platform Operator
- Electrical Construction Management Engineer
- First-Class Electrician
- Second-Class Electrician
- Slinging
Aliases
- Outfitting Electrician
- Ship Electrical Installer
- Ship Wiring Worker
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- Control Panel Assembler
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