Ship Mooring Worker
せんぱくけいりゅういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who secures ships to the dock by handling mooring lines and operating winches during berthing and unberthing.
Description
Ship mooring workers handle securing and releasing the vessel to the quay or pier using mooring lines (ropes and wires) during berthing and unberthing operations. Main tasks include mooring methods to bitts and bollards, winch and capstan operation, coordination with cargo handling, and use of safety equipment. They closely collaborate with port managers, captains, tugboat crew, and dock workers, considering weather and tidal conditions. The work is mostly outdoors, requiring physical stamina and teamwork.
Future Outlook
While demand for port work remains stable due to expanding international logistics, some tasks may become more efficient through robotics and automation.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Early Morning Late Night Shifts / Outdoor Work / Physical Labor / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Mooring Worker → Senior Mooring Worker → Mooring Team Leader → Port Operations Manager
Required Skills
Deck Work Skills / PPE Use / Securing Methods to Bitts and Bollards / Winch Capstan Operation
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Port Work / Weather and Tide Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure safety, accurate tying and securing of ropes is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handling heavy ropes and prolonged standing work are required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Requires proceeding calmly even in bad weather or emergencies. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Requires quick and safe work in coordination with multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because the work involves little specialized logical analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily procedural work with little need for creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced numerical analysis is not required. |
Aliases
- Mooring Operator
- Mooring Worker
- Ship Mooring Worker
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