A 92-Year-Old Active Employee Takes on a New Challenge: Chuo Gumi Announces New Mechanism for Technology Succession
Chuo Gumi (Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture) announced in May 2026 the continued employment of a 92-year-old staff member. Moving beyond general site support, the employee will now serve as a 'missionary' to transfer skills and wisdom to younger staff, providing a pioneering solution to the industry's skilled labor shortage.
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Chuo Gumi Co., Ltd. (Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture; Representative Director: Makoto Yoshikawa) announced in May 2026 the decision to continue the employment of a 92-year-old active employee, supporting his 'next step' forward.
On May 6, 2026, an employee who has long supported the company in various roles reached the milestone of 92 years old.
Our company's mandatory retirement age is 65. Normally, this would mark the end of employment; however, this employee has diligently performed supporting tasks—such as material preparation and meticulous office processing—for 27 years past the retirement age, dedicated to making the work environment as comfortable as possible for site craftsmen. The fact that he has continued to work actively and conscientiously until the age of 92 is an extraordinary achievement and a source of pride for both Chuo Gumi and the construction industry.
Now, this veteran who has supported the field for so long is taking a step beyond his previous support duties. He is embarking on a new challenge: becoming a 'missionary' for younger and mid-career employees, connecting his wealth of experience and the 'Chuo Gumi Spirit' to the future. Entrusted with the grand task of imparting problem-solving skills cultivated over years of practical work and the 'wisdom to keep sites running smoothly'—things not found in textbooks—this is a unique new challenge that only he can undertake.
In the construction industry, the aging of skilled technicians and the securement of young talent are major challenges, making the creation of technology transfer mechanisms urgent. This case serves as a reference within the industry, realizing the maximum utilization of experience and technical capabilities held by the elderly for succession to the next generation, and is expected to become a role model for all employees. The company will continue to develop a workplace environment where employees of all generations can excel, aiming for sustainable business operations.
On May 6, 2026, an employee who has long supported the company in various roles reached the milestone of 92 years old.
Our company's mandatory retirement age is 65. Normally, this would mark the end of employment; however, this employee has diligently performed supporting tasks—such as material preparation and meticulous office processing—for 27 years past the retirement age, dedicated to making the work environment as comfortable as possible for site craftsmen. The fact that he has continued to work actively and conscientiously until the age of 92 is an extraordinary achievement and a source of pride for both Chuo Gumi and the construction industry.
Now, this veteran who has supported the field for so long is taking a step beyond his previous support duties. He is embarking on a new challenge: becoming a 'missionary' for younger and mid-career employees, connecting his wealth of experience and the 'Chuo Gumi Spirit' to the future. Entrusted with the grand task of imparting problem-solving skills cultivated over years of practical work and the 'wisdom to keep sites running smoothly'—things not found in textbooks—this is a unique new challenge that only he can undertake.
In the construction industry, the aging of skilled technicians and the securement of young talent are major challenges, making the creation of technology transfer mechanisms urgent. This case serves as a reference within the industry, realizing the maximum utilization of experience and technical capabilities held by the elderly for succession to the next generation, and is expected to become a role model for all employees. The company will continue to develop a workplace environment where employees of all generations can excel, aiming for sustainable business operations.
FAQ
株式会社中央組の92歳現役社員はどのような業務を行っていますか？
これまで資材の準備や細やかな事務処理といった現場サポート業務を27年間行い、今後は若手・中堅社員への技術継承を行う伝道師として活動します。
中央組の定年退職年齢は何歳ですか？
同社の定年は65歳ですが、この社員は65歳以降も継続して勤務しています。
今回の取り組みの背景にはどのような建設業界の課題がありますか？
熟練技術者の高齢化と若手人材の確保という大きな課題に対し、高齢者の経験と技術力を次世代へ継承する仕組み作りが急務となっています。
中央組の本社所在地はどこですか？
愛知県名古屋市中村区並木1丁目53です。
このニュースが示す建設業界への示唆は何ですか？
高齢者が持つ経験を最大限活用し次世代へ継承する事例として、他社のロールモデルとなり得る取り組みであることを示しています。