Ship Lighting Electrician
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who plans, constructs, inspects, and maintains wiring work necessary for ship lighting systems. Responsible for wiring interior lighting in new ships or refurbished ships at shipyards or repair shops.
Description
Ship lighting electricians specialize in wiring work for lighting fixtures installed in ship cabins, corridors, decks, engine rooms, and other areas. They select appropriate cables based on design drawings and electrical circuit diagrams, and perform connection, fixation, insulation, and waterproofing treatments. They comply with classification society standards and maritime regulations such as the SOLAS Convention to ensure safety and durability. They participate in projects for new ships or refurbished ships at shipyards or repair shops, conduct continuity tests and insulation tests after wiring, make corrections if problems are found, and manage until handover. Work often involves confined spaces and high places, requiring physical strength and attention.
Future Outlook
As ships become more electronic and highly functional, demand for specialized wiring technicians is expected to remain steady or increase. Acquiring skills to handle automation and digitalization will determine future market value.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good Team Player / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Day Shifts / Seagoing Duty / Shipyard/Repair Shop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Wiring Worker → Marine Electrical Installer → Marine Electrical Supervisor → Technical Management Position → Freelancer/Independent
Required Skills
Electrical Wiring Technology / Handling Ship Cables / Reading Wiring Diagrams / Tool Operation / Waterproofing Technology
Recommended Skills
Classification Society Rules / English (Ship Terminology) / High-Altitude and Confined Space Work / Welding Metal Processing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in electrical wiring can lead to serious accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Work in confined spaces or at heights, handling heavy cables, etc., requires physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Wiring work is based on drawings, so creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Electrician
- Second-Class Electrician
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- Building Wiring Worker
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- Marine Electrical Installer