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Jobs in Iriomote Island! What kind of jobs are there in Iriomote Island? Local staff thoroughly explains the job opportunities in Iriomote Island!

2025-01-10 12:38

Hello everyone!

 

Suddenly, ladies and gentlemen.I want to work at a tropical resort.Have you ever thought about this?

 

There are actually a variety of jobs on Iriomote Island.

 

The charm of working in Iriomote Island andI am sure there are many things you are concerned about, such as what you should decide in advance.

 

This article introduces job opportunities on Iriomote Island.

 

Jobs and Work in Iriomote Island

In Iriomote Island,Various Jobs and Career OpportunitiesThere are

 

You can check the website below to see what kind of work is available!

 

Attraction of working in Iriomote Island

西表島 カヌー

Among those who are thinking of working on Iriomote Island in the future,Challenging the UnknownSome of you must be concerned about the

 

If you know the charm of Iriomote Island,Work in a better environment than the current oneIt can be seen that

 

There are three main attractions to working on Iriomote Island.

About the work in Iriomote Island

  • Easy commute(No more crowded trains)
  • Ability to work near nature
  • Job opportunities abound due to labor shortages.

Each will be explained in detail!

 

Easy commute

If you are currently working in the city,I repeatedly commute to work enduring crowded trains.I think some of you may be there.

 

There are no trains on Iriomote Island!Commuting is by foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or car.

 

Iriomote Island has a summer-like climate all year round,Leisurely Bike to WorkIt is not a bad idea to do so.

If you live in a company dormitory near your place of work, you don't have to worry about commuting.

 

Thus, there is no difficulty in commuting to work on Iriomote Island.

 

This environment is a real touch,It is surprisingly stress-free and attractive!

 

Ability to work near nature

キャニオニング

Speaking of Iriomote Island, it is hard to describe.The beautiful sea and spectacular nature are representative of the area.It is.

 

In fact, did you know that Iriomote Island has a waterfall with a drop of 54 meters, which is the highest drop in Okinawa Prefecture, and that the nature on land is also attractive?

 

Wherever you go, you will see beautiful nature, which will heal your body and soul!

 

Plenty of workers due to labor shortage

ピナイサーラの滝

The population of Iriomote Island is 2,426.

 

In contrast, the number of tourists was approximately 120,000 in one year in 2028.

 

There is a constant shortage of workers needed to serve approximately 50 times the population.

For this reason, when you look at job sites,A wide variety of positions are always availableThe "I" in the name of the company is being

 

There may be surprisingly more job opportunities on Iriomote Island than in your current area of residence!

 

With such an abundance of jobs available, it will be easier to change jobs within Iriomote Island.

 

Before applying for a job in Iriomote Island
Points to keep in mind

Before you start working on Iriomote Island, let's get some basic information down!

 

A high annual income does not lead to a higher standard of living if the cost of living is high

 

Please try to carefully search for a job based on the reality of Iriomote Island!

Points to work on Iriomote Island

  • Average annual income of Iriomote Island
  • Prices in Iriomote Island
  • Rental Situation in Iriomote Island

 

Average annual income of Iriomote Island

average annual income
Average household income Average annual expenditures per household
Iriomote Island (Okinawa) 4.03 million yen 940,000 yen
whole country 5,030,000 yen 1,870,000 yen

Data References:
LIFULL HOME'S|Housing Index "Household Data of Iriomote Island

*Data are for single-person households.

Iriomote IslandAverage household income is 4.03 million yenIt is.

 

Since the total for Okinawa Prefecture as a whole is 3.94 million yen, it tends to be slightly lower by comparison.

 

In addition, the national total is 5,030,000 yen,The whole Okinawa including Iriomote Island is low.It is.

 

However, the average annual expenditure is just half of the national average, so you should have no trouble making ends meet!

 

Also, this is just an average, so of course, by choosing a workplaceLots of people make more money.I am here!

 

Prices in Iriomote Island

Prices on Iriomote Island tend to be a bit high.

 

Being a remote island, there are significant shipping and fuel costs to transport everything.

 

This makes prices higher.

 

Prices on Iriomote Island are even higher, especially in light of recent fuel price hikes.

 

Rental Situation in Iriomote Island

Regarding the rental situation in Iriomote Island, there are almost no offers for single person rentals in Iriomote Island.

 

There are houses and other rentals available,It is safe to assume that there is very little for single occupancy.

 

When getting a job on Iriomote Island, it is a good idea to choose a company that has a company dormitory.

西表寮部屋

For example, in the case of PiPi,Less than 30,000 yen per month including utilitiesindicates certainty, emphasis, etc.company dormitoryis available.

 

Single rooms are 30,000 yen per month, double rooms are 15,000 yen per month, and triple rooms are 10,000 yen per month.It is an unbelievably low price!

 

If you take advantage of the company dormitory with utilities included,Prices can be high!

 

Iriomote Island
How to find jobs and work

There are three ways to find work on Iriomote Island

How to find a job
  • Apply from Rizova's job site
  • Apply for a job through the company's official website.
  • Find a job at Hello Work

 

Apply from Rizova's job site

There are job information websites specializing in resort jobs, so you can find and apply for jobs there.

 

Please refer to the following sites

 

Apply for a job through the company's official website.

Based on Iriomote IslandRecruitment information" from the company's official websiteThe method is to check the

 

Visit each company's website to check employment opportunities!

 

By applying through the company's websitecongratulatory moneyThere are many companies and others that offer

 

Find a job at Hello Work

Hello Work also offers job opportunities on the Internet.

 

Please refer to this page, especially if you are interested in a permanent position!

 

Hello Work Internet ServiceThe information can be confirmed from the following

 

Jobs and Work in Iriomote Island
Important points to consider when choosing

When deciding on a job on Iriomote Island, check the following three points!

 

There are three demanding points to keep in mind

Key points in deciding on a job
  • time zone
  • salary
  • employment status

 

time zone

I want to live a relaxing life in Iriomote Island! I want to live in Iriomote Island!Check the working hours and shifts carefully.It is better to do so.

 

Try to choose a job that does not involve night shifts, etc!

 

salary

Salary is also important because of the high cost of living on Iriomote Island.

 

Unless there is a company dormitory, the initial cost of renting an apartment is also significant.

 

as much as possibleWhere you get paid well.Let's look for the

 

employment status

Employment types include the following

employment status
  • regular employee
  • Part-time, part-time
  • Outsourcing and contracting

Full-time employees if you want to lead a stable lifeis recommended.

 

Part-time or part-time work would be sufficient for short-term immigration.

 

If you are currently working as a sole proprietor, you may choose to move only your base of operations and work as an outsourcer or contractor.

 

Iriomote Island
Wide variety of jobs and work opportunities

Because Iriomote Island is a tourist spot,Services related to tourismare many.

 

There is a great variety of them.

 

Here are four of them

Work in Iriomote Island
  • Working in a Marine Shop
  • Work at the hotel
  • Working in a restaurant
  • Work at other tourist facilities

 

Working in a Marine Shop

ウミガメ シュノーケリング

Iriomote IslandThe main attraction is the sea.It is!

 

There are many marine stores near the beautiful ocean.

 

The marine store provides tour guide services for marine activities to tourists.

 

PiPiis also one of the marine stores, providing services mainly for tourists who want to enjoy Iriomote Island!

 

People who like to interact with people and want to work near the sea of Iriomote Island.Recommended for

 

Work at the hotel

Iriomote Island has a number of hotels for tourists.

 

For this reason,Hotel jobs are always a constant.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

 

The hotel will be responsible for the following tasks

Hotel Operations
  • bell operating(carrying guests' luggage, showing them around their rooms, arranging cabs and mail, etc.)
  • Front Desk Operations(check-in procedures, accounting, lodging reservation management, key management, information services, etc.)
  • Cleaning operations(Room cleaning, bed making, garbage disposal)

 

We are also recruiting staff for the Resort Inn Iriomotejima, scheduled to open on February 1, 2023!

 

Working in a restaurant

Iriomote Island has a number of restaurants that are also visited by local customers.

 

Because work in restaurants does not change throughout Japan,Easy for experienced people to get used to.I recommend it because of the following reasons.

 

Work at other tourist facilities

In Iriomote Island,Various other tourism-related jobsThere are

Tourism related jobs
  • Sightseeing Horseback Riding Staff
  • Hot bath facility cleaning
  • therapist
  • masseuse
  • Equipment and facilities management

There is a wide range of work from tourist-related work to behind-the-scenes work, so find the job that suits you best!

 

PiPi jobs and careers!
Would you like to work with us?

Good news for those looking for work on Iriomote Island!

 

PiPi, which offers a variety of nature activities for tourists on Iriomote Island, is looking for new staff!

 

No experience necessary to apply.So if you are interested in Iriomote Island, please contact us!

 

Recruitment pageHe said he applied and was hired from10,000 yen in congratulatory money and round-trip transportation expenses are provided.It is.

 

Jobs & Work at Iriomotejima PiPi

If you meet the following qualifications,Apply even if you have no business experienceCan be done.

 

I want to work on Iriomote Island! I want to live in Iriomote Island! is all you need to have!

Eligibility for Application
  • no academic background required
  • 18 years of age or older and in good health(Please let us know in advance if you have a history or current medical condition.)
  • Those who have obtained a regular first-class driver's license.

Please see the next section for information on available positions.

 

A wide variety of industries are available

PiPi is looking for a wide range of industries.

 

At first, you will be assigned to work as a tour guide and enjoy the charms of Iriomote Island to the fullest!

 

Afterwards,Can be tailored to your business needs.So please consult us!

 

average annual income
Open Positions Details of Application
tour
guide
I am an instructor/guide for activity tour services provided by PiPi.

We provide training, so you can apply even if you have no experience in the activity.

 

 

Examples of activities

SUP/Canoeing/Snorkeling/Night Tours/Trekking/Caving/Canyoning

regular position These staff members are involved in a wide range of PiPi operations.

 

 

[Business description

Web Marketing

Corporate Planning

Personnel

business This staff member performs general clerical work.

 

 

[Business description

Schedule Organization

Review and reply to reviews

Basic data entry

Hotel
staff
Staff to work in affiliated hotels.

 

 

[Business description

Room cleaning and bed making

Reservations accepted

Room Information

 

Dormitory for staff

西表寮共同キッチン

PiPi is available to both employees and part-time workers.Staff dormitories are availableI am doing this!

 

By living together with PiPi staff, you can quickly adjust to your new surroundings.

 

If you are interested in communal living, we recommend dormitories equipped with bunk beds.

 

The dorms are.this way (direction close to the speaker or towards the speaker)Please take a look at the following page!

 

The highest income among the jobs in Iriomote Island!

Many staff members in their early 20s earn a base salary of 300,000 yen or more.It is, and it is quiteHigh salary levelThe company maintains a

 

Not only the remote islands of Okinawa,High salary level compared to the rest of JapanI am proud to say that I am a member of this group.

 

Since we offer raises and promotions based on work attitude and performance, we maintain the following salary track record.

PiPi Salary Results (July 2022)

Gender and Age total payroll crafty person
Early 20s
Male full-time employee (management position)
500,000 yen 420,000 yen
30s
Female regular employee (general)
370,000
5,000 yen
320,000
5,000 yen
Early 20s female
part-time job
350,000 yen 310,000 yen
Late 20s male
part-time job
360,000 yen 320,000 yen

 

Full-time employees may also be promoted.

We also actively promote part-time workers to full-time employees.

 

From a resort jobStaff who became full-time employees are still active in the company!

 

Open February 1, 2023!
Resort Inn Iriomotejima
Jobs & Career Opportunities

which is scheduled to open on February 1, 2023.Resort Inn IriomotejimaJobs in the "Japan" section of the website.

 

There are currently two types of positions available

If you are interested in a resort job at a hotel, please take a look at our application guidelines!

 

PiPi also allows side jobs, so you can have a double job with "Resort Inn Iriomotejima".

 

in the end

In Iriomote Island,Various Job OpportunitiesThere are

 

Because of the large number of tourists who visit the area,Excellent tourist services.It is a

 

Short or long term.The work style can be chosen according to the individual needs of the client!

 

We hope you will consider emigrating based on the information presented here!

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