Abalone Aquaculture Worker
あわびようしょくさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Aquaculture Workers
Summary
Fishery worker who raises abalone seedlings from cultivation to harvest and quality management in sea-based rafts or facilities.
Description
Abalone aquaculture workers engage in tasks to healthily raise abalone seedlings using sea-based rafts, ropes, or ponds, and harvest and ship them at appropriate times. Daily tasks include feeding, measuring and adjusting water quality (salinity concentration and water temperature), and observing the health condition and growth status of the shellfish. They also handle cleaning and maintenance of aquaculture facilities, sorting and packing after harvest, and are required to review work plans in response to changes in sea conditions or weather. They may utilize specific skills such as diving operations or vessel handling.
Future Outlook
While aging and labor shortages are challenges, the introduction of labor-saving systems using ICT and IoT is progressing, with expectations for efficiency improvements and higher added value.
Personality Traits
Able to adapt to natural environments / Excellent observation skills / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Early Morning and Late Night Shifts / Outdoor Sea Work / Physical Labor / Seasonal and Weather Dependent / Team Work
Career Path
Aquaculture Assistant Worker → Abalone Aquaculture Worker → Aquaculture Farm Manager → Aquaculture Technician → Aquaculture Farm Owner
Required Skills
Aquaculture Raft Installation and Management / Diving Operations / Feeding Operations / Seedling Handling / Water Quality Measurement
Recommended Skills
Hygiene Management Knowledge / Rope Work / Simple Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to quickly respond to changes in weather and sea conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately observe minute changes in water quality and the condition of seedlings. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength and endurance are required for heavy labor and diving work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there is more routine and repetitive work than creative planning tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Diver
- Small Vessel Operator
Aliases
- Abalone Aquaculture Worker
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