Fishing Boat Crew Member
ぎょせんのりくみいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Fishing Workers
Summary
Occupation involving boarding fishing boats and operating fishing gear to catch seafood at sea.
Description
Fishing boat crew members board fishing vessels and perform tasks such as operating fishing gear (nets, purse seines, longlines, etc.), steering, discovering fishing grounds using fish finders, hauling up, sorting, and storing catches. They often undertake long voyages and overnight stays aboard, requiring inspection and maintenance of ship engines and equipment, safety management, and judgment of weather and sea conditions. Teamwork is essential, and they must balance maximizing catch volumes with safe operations.
Future Outlook
Aging workforce and successor shortages are key challenges, requiring enhanced safety management, efficiency gains through IT technologies, and a shift toward sustainable fishing practices.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Company Housing Available / Long Voyages / Onboard Lodging / Shifts
Career Path
Fishing Boat Crew Member (Apprentice) → Fishing Boat Crew Member → Fishing Master (Deputy Fishing Boat Captain) → Fishing Boat Captain → Fisheries Cooperative Association Instructor
Required Skills
Catch Sorting and Processing / Engine Maintenance / Navigation and Steering / Net Handling / Ropework
Recommended Skills
First Aid and CPR / Fish Finder Operation / Machinery Maintenance / Weather and Sea Condition Forecasting Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to changes in weather and sea conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary for ensuring safety on board and operating fishing gear. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves heavy labor and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Ability to respond promptly to troubles at sea and resolve them is required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure long hours of work in harsh marine environments. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Cooperation is essential for efficient team operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are standardized, and proficiency is valued more than novel ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Experience and intuition are valued more than complex calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Marine Technical Officer (Navigation) (Class 3)
- Small Vessel Operator (Grade 2)
Aliases
- Fisherman
- Fishing Boat Crew
- Fishing Boat Member
Related Jobs
- Purse Seine Fishing Worker
- Set Net Fishing Worker
- Trawl Fishing Worker