Carp Farm Manager
ようりじょうかんりにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Aquaculture Workers
Summary
A profession that comprehensively manages carp farms raising carp such as koi, responsible for rearing, water quality management, breeding, harvesting, and shipping.
Description
Carp farm managers operate and manage carp farms, including those for koi, as specialists who maintain healthy rearing environments. Specifically, they regularly measure and adjust water quality parameters such as water temperature, pH, and dissolved oxygen levels to maintain optimal conditions. They also manage feed quantities, plan and implement breeding according to seasons, detect and respond to pests and diseases early, perform quality inspections and packaging at harvest and shipping, inspect and maintain facility equipment, and handle record management and reporting tasks. They must respond to weather and seasonal changes, guide staff, handle customer relations, and comply with local regulations, among other important roles.
Future Outlook
Although there is steady demand as a traditional industry, challenges include an aging workforce and shortage of successors. Efforts are advancing to enhance business viability through improvements in aquaculture technology, development of high-value varieties, and diversification of tourism and sales channels.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Busy in Summer / Outdoor Work / Self-Employment / Shift Work / Solo Work
Career Path
Aquaculture Workers → Carp Farm Manager → General Manager of Multiple Aquaculture Farms → Aquaculture Farm Owner
Required Skills
Aquaculture Facility Maintenance / Feeding and Watering / Pest and Disease Response / Rearing Record Management / Water Quality Management
Recommended Skills
Breeding Management / Excel (Basic) / Genetic Breeding / Marketing Knowledge / Pump and Aeration Equipment Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because detailed observation and management of water quality and fish health conditions are required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of heavy labor outdoors and long hours of work. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planned execution of feeding, breeding, harvesting, etc., is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks, stable operations are required more than new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
Aliases
- Carp Aquaculture Farm Manager
- Koi Farm Manager
Related Jobs
- Aquaculture Technician
- Aquaculture Workers
- Fish Farm Manager