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Diatec Co., Ltd., located in Tokyo, began accepting Indonesians in 2017 and currently employs many of them. In this article, we introduce the voices of the company's representative, Mr. Uchiyama, and an Indonesian woman named Wafi.
Address: 4-18-6 Higashikasai, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
Business: Reinforcement bar construction, etc.
Wafi is particularly serious at the scene
He is highly trusted by his superiors as an important asset.
As a senior, he also guides his juniors.
We spoke with Wafi, a Specified Skilled Worker (i) at the company, about her work and life in Japan, as well as her goals for the future.
Wafi
Director and General ManagerA construction site is a place where dangers such as even a fall can cause injury. How can we make them understand dangerous places and work when we cannot communicate well? Also, when we tell them "it's dangerous" at the time when we feel it is dangerous, can they understand it? I felt that communication was an issue. If they get injured, it will not only be painful for them, but it will also cause trouble for the whole construction site. Therefore, I explained the work content and safety management carefully and thoroughly. Even if they said "yes, yes" or "I understand," I repeatedly checked whether they really understood, and I made sure that they were basically accompanied by a Japanese person on the construction site one-on-one and did not let them work alone. However, they grew faster than I expected. I personally think that this is due to their strengths, their "obedience," and their own efforts to understand. Reinforcement work is mainly physical labor, but they have the mental strength to carry it all day without complaining. Also, seeing the accumulation of such efforts, I think that they are all excellent human resources that I do not want to let go of.
After they were accepted, in order to work smoothly, it was necessary for them to first get used to the atmosphere at the site. Therefore, we made sure that they would blend in with the Japanese seniors who were actually teaching them the work at the site. Because of the language and cultural barrier, I was worried at first whether they would fit in well, but they are honest, so they were soon loved by the seniors. However, I'm sure they also have their own personal worries and concerns. We Japanese have family and friends in the same Japan, and people around us that we can talk to if something happens. But do they have such people in Japan? That's what I'm a little worried about. If possible, I would like us to be that kind of presence.
"Reinforcement work is difficult but rewarding," says Wafi.
When we first accepted them, there was a person who became ill due to the heat during the hot summer months. When we asked, "Are you OK?", they answered, "I'm OK." However, no matter how you looked at them, they didn't look OK. They probably couldn't express well what their current situation was or how they felt. In such cases, if we are unable to respond appropriately, it can lead to irreversible consequences. If possible, we want them to be aware of creating a system that allows for good communication in such situations.
Meeting with Kobayashi-san and his junior colleagues looking at blueprints
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Online special education in your native language. Specified Skilled Worker Contributes to the efficiency of the site by improving safety and skills.
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Not only has he progressed to the level where he can work independently, which was the ideal level we had before accepting him, but he has also grown to the point where he can complete the job!
Ichijo Construction Co., Ltd.
Even if something seems like a disadvantage, finding ways to overcome it and making sure you do so will lead to great growth for the company.
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As a company, we take religious beliefs into consideration, not only with regard to food but also with regard to places of prayer.
Kochi Marutaka Co., Ltd.
You can acquire, master, and improve skills that are difficult to acquire in your home country, and also work toward international contributions and cooperation!
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Treat people with kindness and respect their culture and religion. The best way to become good friends is to "eat from the same pot"!
Chutetsu Co., Ltd.
Accepting foreign talent makes the company more attractive. As a result, the retention rate of Japanese employees increases, improving the company's value.
TK Construction Co., Ltd.
Eventually, Japanese people will go to Vietnam to work. We want to start preparing now for that time.
Sugawara Industries Co., Ltd.
In this age where we are looking for workers overseas, I believe that companies that value their employees regardless of nationality will survive.
Yamanouchi Construction Co., Ltd.
I was confident that I could entrust the future of the company to him. The atmosphere in the office suddenly became brighter and more youthful.
Nagai Construction Co., Ltd.
An environment where you have to speak Japanese is effective for improving your language skills. By creating a multinational environment, we aim to make Japanese the common language.
Tezuka Construction Co., Ltd.
About 60% of people migrate from Technical Intern Training to Specified Skills. We have a stable flow of securing human resources.
Yamacon Co., Ltd.
He is fluent in Japanese and can arrange meetings, work, and arrangements. Concrete pressure feeding passed the Grade 1 of the National Trade Skill Test & Certification with flying colors.
Yajima Steel Works Co., Ltd.
Chinese people are just as enthusiastic about their work as Japan. The four people who have obtained the first class Reinforcing bar construction Certificed Skilled Worker are now a big force.
Diatec Co., Ltd.
Their growth rate was faster than I expected. This is thanks to their strengths, their honesty, and their efforts to understand.
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There's no need to be on guard just because they're foreigners. If you treat them with the same consideration as other people, they will definitely be of help to you.
Moriya Reinforced Concrete Co., Ltd.
I realized that Indonesians take their work seriously, and my worries about lack of knowledge were quickly relieved.
Concrete Pump Co., Ltd.
We have been able to create an environment where Chinese, Indonesian, and Japanese people can work together in harmony without any trouble.
Tsukada Industries Co., Ltd.
They were both experienced in Plastering, learned the job quickly, and quickly adapted to the way we worked.
Yamazaki Construction Co., Ltd.
There are many really serious people here, and no one has ever been late. They always come on time.
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He is fluent in Japanese and learns quickly. He is also very considerate, and it feels like a "competent young Japanese person" has joined our company.
Johoku Construction Co., Ltd.
When they didn't understand something, they took notes, and when they came across a word they didn't know, they looked it up on their smartphones right away. I was impressed by their effort.
Shouei Industry Co., Ltd.
I have never seen him slack off. He has a keen sense as a craftsman and is quick to learn new skills.
Hayabusa Corporation Co., Ltd./Hayabusa Build Co., Ltd.
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Kurosawa Industries Co., Ltd.
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Kaneto Co., Ltd.
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Tokyo Shimura Co., Ltd.
Being able to secure personnel is a big advantage. Most foreigners will have developed sufficient skills within two years.
Kashiwakura Construction Co., Ltd.
They learn their jobs quickly. They encourage their Japanese craftsmen, who are determined not to lose out, and this has increased the company's competitiveness.
Takeda Construction Co., Ltd.
They are so earnest and hardworking that no one in the company would complain about their work.
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They are earnest and loyal to the company. Many of them have experience working in the construction industry and are qualified.
Sugawara Equipment Co., Ltd.
What surprised me was their hungry spirit. They quickly learned the work of other employees and made it their own.
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In any case, he is highly evaluated in the workplace. He is straightforward, honest, and respectful of his elders. That is why his seniors are kind enough to teach him.
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They already have excellent skills and can contribute immediately. Their desire to grow is much stronger than that of Japanese people.
Sasaki Construction Co., Ltd.
We can secure young people with solid skills for the medium to long term. They have a different determination and mindset than average young people.
