Bait Collector
つりえさいしゅさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Other Fishery Occupations
Summary
A profession that collects biological materials such as ragworms and small fish used as fishing bait from the sea, rivers, and lakes, and supplies them for shipment or sale.
Description
Bait collectors gather ragworms, small fish, plankton, and other materials used as fishing bait from coastlines, rivers, and lakes using manual labor or tools such as nets and cranes. The collected bait is kept alive or processed (e.g., salted) and supplied fresh to fishing tackle shops and fishermen. Work is influenced by tides and weather, sometimes involving early mornings, nights, or cold winter conditions. They are also required to select collection sites, coordinate with shipping destinations, manage safety and hygiene, and consider the sustainability of resources.
Future Outlook
Demand for bait collectors is limited, but supply needs for leisure fishing enthusiasts and small fishing tackle shops are expected to persist. Resource management and adaptability to environmental changes will be increasingly required in the future.
Personality Traits
Interested in Natural Environment / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Outdoor Work / Self-Employed Fishery Cooperative Member / Tidal Shift
Career Path
Bait Collector → Fisherman (Fisher) → Seafood Processing and Sales → Fishery Cooperative Staff
Required Skills
Fishing Gear Operation / Knowledge of Fish and Shellfish / Tide and Weather Observation
Recommended Skills
Diving and Underwater Work Skills / Safety and Health Knowledge (Outdoor Work) / Small Boat Handling
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to adapt to changes in work conditions due to weather and tides. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina for long hours of standing work and work on boats. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Involves a lot of simple tasks, no need for complex analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Basically, work follows prescribed procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no complex mathematical calculations or analysis. |
Aliases
- Bait Gathering Worker
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