Fishing Worker
ぎょろうさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Fishing Workers
Summary
A profession that involves boarding fishing vessels at sea to operate fishing gear, deploy and haul nets, sort catches, and land them.
Description
Fishing workers board fishing vessels to install and operate fishing gear at sea, deploy and haul nets. They use fish finders to locate fish positions, haul in catches, and perform primary processing such as sorting, weighing, and icing. They adapt to changes in weather and sea conditions while enduring long hours of physically demanding work and performing coordinated tasks on board. Much of the work occurs in bad weather or rough seas, requiring stamina and crisis management skills.
Future Outlook
While securing a labor force is a challenge due to aging and labor shortages, improvements in work efficiency and safety are expected through the introduction of ICT and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High concentration / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Fishing Worker (Apprentice) → Veteran Fishing Worker → Fishing Ground Manager → Fisheries Operator
Required Skills
Charts and Navigation / Fish Finder Operation / Fishing Gear Operation / Navigation Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
First Aid / Hazardous Materials Handling / Marine Engine Maintenance / Weather and Sea State Forecasting Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to marine environments and fluctuations in fish schools. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent handling of heavy fishing gear and long hours of standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Due to the need to respond to sudden equipment failures or weather changes at sea. |
| Stress Tolerance | Necessary to endure harsh conditions such as bad weather and long working hours. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Essential for smoothly performing collaborative work in the confined space of a vessel. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Few situations require creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic catch recording is required; advanced mathematical analysis is not needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Diver
- Small Vessel Operator
Aliases
- Fisherman
Related Jobs
- Aquaculture Worker
- Fisheries Operator