Aquaculture Technician
ようしょくぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that breeds and propagates aquatic organisms such as fish and shellfish, managing production efficiency and quality.
Description
Aquaculture technicians work with fish, shellfish, seaweed, and other aquatic organisms, handling tasks such as seedling selection and rearing, feeding, water quality management, and disease and pest control to achieve stable production. They monitor environmental conditions at aquaculture farms to maintain optimal rearing conditions, select and adjust feed amounts, respond to disease outbreaks, and record and analyze growth data. To improve production volume and quality, they consider improvements in rearing techniques and the introduction of new technologies, and collaborate with research institutions and other departments.
Future Outlook
Technological innovations are required to address aging and environmental changes, and demand is increasing for efficient aquaculture production using IoT and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Keen Observation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Outdoor Work / Seasonal Variations / Shift Work / Team On-Site Work
Career Path
Aquaculture Technician → Chief Aquaculture Technician → Aquaculture Farm Manager → Production Technology Manager → Research and Development Position
Required Skills
Animal Health Management / Data Management / Feed Management / Seedling Management / Water Quality Analysis
Recommended Skills
Biology / Reading English Papers / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute changes in water quality or feed amounts greatly affect production. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for outdoor work and transporting heavy feed. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to identify causes of disease outbreaks or poor growth and take measures. |
Related Qualifications
- Small Vessel Operator License
Aliases
- Aquaculture Technician
- Fisheries Aquaculture Technician
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