Special Rescue Team Member
とくしゅきゅうなんたいいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Judicial Police Officers
- Minor : Police Officers and Coast Guard Officers
Summary
A profession belonging to special units of the police or Japan Coast Guard, specializing in the search and rescue of distressed persons and life-saving activities at disaster sites.
Description
Special Rescue Team Members belong to special units of the police or Japan Coast Guard, performing searches and rescues for distressed persons and emergency responses during disasters. They acquire a wide range of specialized skills, including mountain rescue, maritime search, aerial rescue by helicopter, rope work, diving techniques, and first aid, to carry out missions quickly and safely. Members undergo regular training and equipment checks, requiring sound judgment and teamwork at the scene.
Future Outlook
With the increasing frequency of natural disasters such as earthquakes and heavy rains, the demand for highly specialized rescue personnel is expected to remain steadily high.
Personality Traits
Has a challenging spirit / Has calm judgment / Has cooperativeness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Domestic and International Travel / Frequent Training / Hazardous Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Candidate → Field Team Member → Team Leader → Training Instructor → Department Head
Required Skills
First Aid / Map Reading / Mountain Rescue / Radio Communication / Rope Work / Water Rescue Techniques
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Drone Operation / Hazardous Materials Handling / Navigation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because flexible action is required in field situations with drastic changes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in equipment or procedures can lead directly to serious accidents. |
| Communication Skills | Rapid and accurate information transmission is necessary in rescue operations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because stamina is required to sustain long-duration, high-intensity activities. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planning and resource allocation are important. |
| Problem Solving | Because flexible responses are needed in diverse field situations. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because calm response is needed continuously in tense field situations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because coordination among multiple people is the key to successful rescues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced numerical processing is minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Aerial Work Platform Operation Training
- Basic Life Support Course Completion
- Diver
- Standard Driver's License
Aliases
- Rescue Specialist
- Search and Rescue Team Member
- Special Rescue Squad Member
Related Jobs
- Coast Guard Officer
- Fire Rescue Team Member
- Police Officer
- Self-Defense Force Rescue Aircrew