Fishing Laborer
ぎょろうさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Fishing Workers
Summary
A job that involves boarding a ship at sea, catching seafood using methods such as nets or fishing, and handling sorting and storage.
Description
Fishing laborers board fishing vessels and catch seafood using various fishing methods such as net fishing, longline fishing, and angling. They are responsible for managing fishing gear, disassembling and sorting catches, and storage and icing operations. Harsh weather and long hours at sea are commonplace, requiring a wide range of tasks including safety measures, equipment inspection and maintenance, and navigation assistance. Coordination with crew members and physical stamina are essential, and operations that consider the sustainability of fishery resources are important.
Future Outlook
Amid challenges of sustainable use of fishery resources and shortage of successors, labor-saving and efficiency improvements are expected through the introduction of fishery IoT and automation technologies. Diversification of revenue through new value creation such as recreational fishing is also anticipated.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Long Voyages / Night Shift / Outdoor Sea Work / Physically Demanding Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Fishing Laborer → Fishing Laborer → Senior Fishing Laborer → Fishing Boat Captain → Fishery Business Owner
Required Skills
Fishing Gear Operation / Safety and Health Management / Seafood Sorting and Basic Processing / Vessel Handling Assistance
Recommended Skills
Basic Marine Biology Knowledge / GPS Navigation Technology / Machine Maintenance / Meteorological Observation Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexible adaptation to changes in weather and fishing grounds is necessary. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required for handling heavy nets and equipment and standing for long periods. |
| Problem Solving | Quick response to sudden troubles at sea is necessary. |
| Stress Tolerance | Necessary to endure long hours of work in harsh environments. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Essential for cooperating with crew members on board. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic management of catch quantities and cargo is needed, no advanced mathematical skills required. |
Related Qualifications
- Small Vessel Operator
- Third-Class Marine Radio Operator
Aliases
- Fisherman
- Fishing Boat Crew Member
Related Jobs
- Aquaculture Worker
- Fisheries Investigator
- Fishing Boat Captain
- Seafood Processor