Craftsman's Paradise | The Ideal Workplace for Slope Construction Workers
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. This might come out of the blue, but what do you think the future holds for the slope construction industry? Will there be fewer jobs, with robots taking over everywhere, making skilled workers obsolete? Your perspective might vary quite a bit depending on how many years into the future you’re looking, but personally…
Learning from Old Civil Engineering Books | Technical Books from 20 Years Ago Are a Source of New Ideas
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. It’s the end of the fiscal year, after all! Things are already a total madhouse—it’s rough, lol. In the midst of all that, this arrived! It’s a book from about 20 years ago, but it actually contains some really useful information. It’s pretty niche, though (lol). If this were me 20 years ago, I would definitely…
An Environment Where You Can Take Time Off Whenever You Need It | Work-Style Reform at Slope Construction Companies
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day was the Spring Equinox. There was actually a job site where they said, “It’s the Autumn Equinox, so we’re off!” LOL. Right in the middle of the workweek? Seriously?! I was totally surprised. Main contractor, come on, that’s not right… Anyway, moving on—the construction industry is set to adopt a two-day weekend going forward…
What Is a Construction Meister? | The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare’s Certification System for Construction Tradespeople
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Have you heard of “Construction Meisters”? I didn’t know much about them myself. And I didn’t really think they were that important either. A “Construction Meister” is a construction professional who possesses particularly outstanding skills and technical expertise and has made significant contributions to the guidance and training of the next generation…
Training Craftsmen | Human Resource Development at Slope Construction Company
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I interviewed someone the other day. She’s young. We also hired someone last month. She’s young. We’re hiring someone else next month, too. She’s young... Our average age has dropped significantly. This is actually something we should be happy about, but it’s also really tough...
The Construction Site Is a Treasure Trove of New Discoveries | A Slope Engineer’s Curiosity
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, I visited a huge construction site in Kagoshima where our company is currently working. Just look at the size of this thing! You don’t see construction sites this big very often these days, do you?! Of course, since it’s an active site, I can’t show you any photos (lol). I’m sorry I can only give you a sense of the atmosphere…
The Importance of Dialogue | Seven Years Since the Great East Japan Earthquake
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Today marks the seventh anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. It brings back so many memories. Have we at Norimenya been able to contribute in any way since then? (Those of you who went out to do emergency repairs have certainly made a contribution, haven’t you?) As for me, I suppose I’ve only made a small donation. Overwhelmingly self…
What Successful Directors Have in Common | Uplifting Memories of Youth
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. There was a graduation ceremony at a nearby middle school today. It’s great to be young! My grandma used to say that just watching them gives you a boost of energy. Back then, I thought, “What on earth is she talking about?” but now I get it. They’re so full of energy…
Roles and Responsibilities | Sundays with the Kids at Night Skiing
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. It’s Sunday—how are you all doing? Since I haven’t been able to take time off on weekends lately, I took the kids night skiing last night. As you’d expect, there weren’t many people out since it was nighttime. The roads weren’t crowded, and the prices were super cheap!! So, …