Ship Electrician
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job involving installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment and electronic devices on ships.
Description
Ship electricians are specialists who install, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic equipment such as generators, switchboards, electric motors, lighting, communication and navigation instruments equipped on ships. They perform wiring work based on electrical circuit diagrams and manuals, and when malfunctions occur, they identify the faulty location and respond promptly. Since work is carried out in the limited environment of a ship while complying with safety standards (such as SOLAS and classification society rules), precise work and a high sense of responsibility are required. The ability to adapt to long-term sea duty and changing weather and operational conditions is also important.
Future Outlook
With the electrification of ships and advances in energy-saving technologies, demand is expected to remain stable due to the need for expertise in next-generation electric propulsion systems and battery system maintenance.
Personality Traits
High Crisis Management Ability / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Land-Based Maintenance / Long-Term Sea Duty / Onboard Duty / Overseas Routes
Career Path
Apprentice Technician → Ship Electrician → Senior Technician → Maintenance Leader → Shipyard Electrical Design → Technical Manager
Required Skills
Electric Motors and Generators / Electrical Circuit Diagram Reading / Measuring Instrument Operation / Wiring Techniques
Recommended Skills
English Technical Document Reading / International Maritime Regulations / PLC Programming / Ship Equipment Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | The ability to flexibly respond to shipboard environments and weather changes is necessary. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is required to identify the cause of failures. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Wiring errors or poor connections can lead to serious accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for work in confined spaces and handling heavy equipment. |
| Problem Solving | Prompt response is required for sudden failures during navigation. |
| Stress Tolerance | The ability to endure emergency work in confined spaces and night shifts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is primarily based on existing standards and manuals. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Electrical Work Engineer
- Marine Technical Officer (Electrical and Communications)
- Second-Class Electrical Work Engineer
- Third-Class Electrical Chief Engineer
Aliases
- Marine Electrical Engineer
- Ship Electrical Engineer
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- Electrical Construction Technician
- Instrumentation Technician
- Marine Engineer
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