Fishing Boat Owner-Operator
ぎょせんえいぎょうしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Other Managerial Occupations
- Minor : Managerial Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
Fishing boat owner-operators are professionals who own and manage fishing vessels, handling tasks such as planning fishing operations, procuring fishing gear and crew, managing sales of catches, and overseeing vessel operations.
Description
Fishing boat owner-operators own or operate their own fishing vessels and manage all aspects of fishery business, including formulating fishing plans, arranging fishing gear and fuel, managing crew, implementing safety measures, shipping and selling catches to markets. They are required to work long hours at sea, adapt to seasonal changes in fishing grounds, respond to weather conditions, handle financial management, obtain various permits and approvals, and negotiate with fishery cooperatives and buyers.
Future Outlook
Although there are challenges such as the aging of fishery workers and fluctuations in catch volumes, the introduction of ICT and smart fisheries, as well as value-added improvements through the 6th industrialization, are progressing, and efficiency in management and diversification of revenue are expected.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Excellent communication skills / Has leadership / High crisis management ability / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
At-sea work / Long hours / Rural work / Shift work
Career Path
Fishing Boat Crew → Fishing Boat Captain → Fishery Business Administrator → Fishery Cooperative Staff → Regional Fishery Promotion Instructor
Required Skills
Catch Sorting and Storage / Financial Budget Management / Fishery Business Planning / Safety Management Knowledge (Maritime Safety) / Vessel Operation Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Vessel Engines / Fishery Knowledge / Marine Radio Communication / Marketing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly respond to sea conditions and market fluctuations. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of coordination and negotiation with fishery cooperatives, markets, and crew members. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Necessary to independently decide and promote the direction of fishery management. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for formulating fishing plans, resource management, and operation schedules. |
| Problem Solving | Because immediate responses are required for bad weather or mechanical troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to endure decision-making in highly uncertain environments. |
Related Qualifications
- Fishing Boat Business License
- Vessel Operator License (Small/Large)
Aliases
- Fishery Boat Owner
- Fishing Boat Operator
- Fishing Boat Owner
Related Jobs
- Fisherman
- Fishery Manager
- Fishing Boat Captain