Goldfish Aquaculture Worker
きんぎょようしょくさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Aquaculture Workers
Summary
A job that handles everything from egg collection, rearing, breeding management, and quality sorting of goldfish to stably supply goldfish to the market.
Description
Goldfish aquaculture workers breed and raise ornamental goldfish in aquaculture facilities, ponds, or tanks within vinyl greenhouses, and perform quality control for shipment to markets and retail stores. They are in charge of a series of tasks such as water quality management, feeding, egg collection and hatching operations, sorting and grading during the rearing stages, and prevention and treatment of pests and diseases. Temperature management and water changes adapted to seasons and weather are also important, and meticulous observation skills and continuous monitoring are required for efficient production and quality maintenance.
Future Outlook
Due to the shrinking ornamental fish market and intensifying domestic and international competition, there is demand for efficient production technologies, new variety development, and high-value-added branding.
Personality Traits
Has a strong sense of responsibility / Has excellent observation skills / Has interest in the natural environment / Has patience
Work Style
Early Morning Shifts / Manual Labor / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Variations
Career Path
Aquaculture Worker → Aquaculture Engineer → Aquaculture Farm Manager → Business Owner / Manager
Required Skills
Breeding Management / Feeding Management / Pest and Disease Management / Sorting / Water Quality Management
Recommended Skills
Aquaculture Technology / Aquarium / Breeding Record Management / Machinery and Equipment Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Keen observation skills are needed to detect subtle abnormalities in diseases or quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Frequent carrying of heavy materials and long hours of outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative thinking is not particularly required in the main duties. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Precise numerical analysis is not particularly necessary. |
Aliases
- Goldfish Aquaculturist
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