Stone Crushing Transport Ship Captain
いしくだきうんぱんせんせんちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
The Stone Crushing Transport Ship Captain serves as the captain of a bulk cargo ship loaded with stone materials, overseeing the formulation of navigation plans, crew management, cargo handling operations, and safe navigation.
Description
The Stone Crushing Transport Ship Captain commands bulk cargo ships that transport construction stone materials (crushed stone) and ensures safe and efficient navigation to the destination. Specifically, this role involves creating navigation plans and cargo management, guiding and supervising crew members, communicating with port authorities, monitoring weather and sea conditions, and responding to emergencies. Additionally, ship inspections and simple maintenance, operation of navigation equipment such as AIS, radar, and nautical charts, supervision of crane and rope operations during cargo handling, and compliance with safety manuals (ISM Code) and maritime laws are important. Responses to long voyages, weather changes, and equipment failures are required.
Future Outlook
Demand for construction material transportation is stable, but crew shortages are becoming severe. Introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies is progressing, and advancement in operation management tasks is expected.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Calm and composed / Cautious and attentive / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Long-term sea voyages / Night shifts / Overseas routes / Port standby / Shifts
Career Path
Deckhand → Third Mate → Second Mate → Chief Mate → Captain → Shipping Company Manager
Required Skills
Cargo Handling Management / Emergency Response / Navigation Instrument Operation / Navigation Skills / Weather and Sea Condition Judgment
Recommended Skills
Basic Engine Knowledge / Crane Operation / English Communication (Maritime Field) / Safety Management / Ship Safety Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to quickly respond to changes in sea conditions or situations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because overlooking details in navigation or cargo handling can lead to serious accidents. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is necessary to accurately share information with crew members and port personnel. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it involves commanding all aspects of ship operations and bearing responsibility. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and handling heavy ropes, etc. |
| Planning & Organization | The ability to create navigation plans and cargo handling schedules is essential. |
| Problem Solving | Because it requires responding to troubles at sea and dealing with equipment failures. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to remain calm even in crisis situations such as bad weather or accidents. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it is centered on routine tasks with few opportunities for creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Sea Technical Officer (Navigation) License
- Maritime Special Radio Operator License
Aliases
- Bulk Cargo Ship Captain
- Stone Material Transport Ship Captain
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