Fisheries Technician
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical role that surveys and manages fishery resources, researches and develops aquaculture technologies, and supports the sustainable development of fisheries and aquaculture industries.
Description
Fisheries technicians specialize in the survey, cultivation, and management of aquatic biological resources in natural or aquaculture environments. They develop and apply technologies on-site for fishery resource stock assessments, seedling production, water quality management, breeding environment optimization, feed development, and disease prevention, thereby supporting sustainable fisheries industries. They work in research institutions, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, fisheries research stations, fisheries companies, and R&D organizations, engaging in fish farming, aquaculture system design and operation, IoT-based environmental monitoring, and the introduction of genetic breeding technologies.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for the sustainable use of fishery resources and the advancement of aquaculture technologies, the need for specialized technicians is rising. New skills are required for responding to environmental changes and introducing smart aquaculture.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Curious and inquisitive / Interested in natural environments / Patient
Work Style
Corporate R&D Department / Fieldwork / Flexitime System / Laboratory Work / Project-based
Career Path
Fisheries Research Station Researcher → Aquaculture Farm Technician → Project Leader → R&D Manager → Consultant
Required Skills
Aquaculture Management / Disease Diagnosis and Prevention / Feed Nutrition / Resource Assessment Statistical Analysis / Seedling Production / Water Quality Analysis
Recommended Skills
English Literature Reading / GIS Remote Sensing / Genetic Breeding / IoT Sensor Technology / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is required for resource evaluation and data analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detailed management is required in water quality management and seedling production. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Acquisition and application of new technologies and aquaculture methods are required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical skills are necessary for resource estimation and statistical analysis. |
| Problem Solving | Creativity and ingenuity are essential for countermeasures against environmental changes and disease outbreaks. |
Related Qualifications
- Diver
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
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