Fish Landing Worker
ぎょるいみずあげさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Other Fishery Occupations
Summary
A profession at fishing ports or markets that handles unloading, sorting, weighing, and transporting fish landed from fishing boats, taking charge of the initial stage of distribution.
Description
Fish landing workers at fishing ports or fish markets handle unloading, sorting, weighing, and transporting fish landed from fishing boats. They operate onboard cranes or forklifts to safely unload heavy loads, classify by fish species and size, weigh, pack into boxes, or load onto pallets. They also manage cooling equipment to maintain freshness, clean and sanitize the work area, and may handle clerical tasks such as cargo records and paperwork. Work can extend into early mornings or late nights depending on weather and landing volumes, requiring teamwork, physical stamina, and concentration.
Future Outlook
While there will continue to be demand for landing work, as mechanization and labor-saving progress, skills in machine operation and maintenance management will be required.
Personality Traits
Physically Strong / Resistant to Stress / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Daily Casual Employment / Outdoor Work / Shift Night Work / Team Work
Career Path
General Worker → Leader (Group Leader) → Work Leader → Fishing Port Manager
Required Skills
Cargo Handling / Crane Operation / Fish Species Identification / Forklift Driving / Weighing Operation
Recommended Skills
Hygiene Management Knowledge / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexible adjustment of work is necessary according to weather and landing volumes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required for sorting by fish species and size, and weighing. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Necessary to handle heavy fish and loads and keep moving the body for long periods. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to constraints on landing volumes and time, with high physical and mental stress. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To work efficiently in coordination with crane operators and crew members. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since work procedures are standardized, creative thinking is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Fish Cargo Unloading Worker
- Unloading Worker
Related Jobs
- Cargo Handler
- Fisherman
- Logistics Worker