Livestock Worker

ようちくさぎょうしゃ

Industry & Occupation

Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries & Environment

Classification

Summary

A job involving daily tasks related to livestock farming, such as feeding, cleaning, health management, and breeding management of livestock and poultry.

Description

Livestock workers handle feeding, cleaning, breeding management, health checks, vaccine administration, and early disease detection for livestock and poultry such as cows, pigs, and chickens. They also manage rearing environments, operate machinery, and keep records, supporting safe and efficient livestock operations. The work often involves outdoor tasks affected by seasons and weather, requiring physical stamina and perseverance.

Future Outlook

Due to the decrease in agricultural workers caused by an aging population and low birth rates, efficiency improvements and mechanization are advancing. The spread of smart livestock farming technology will promote the introduction of data management and automatic feeding systems.

Personality Traits

Hygiene Conscious / Likes Animals / Patient / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility

Work Style

Early Morning Shifts / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Variations / Team Work

Career Path

Livestock Worker Apprentice → Livestock Worker → Team Leader → Livestock Technician → Farm Manager

Required Skills

Breeding Management / Feeding and Cleaning / Livestock Health Observation / Livestock Machinery Operation

Recommended Skills

Agricultural Machinery Operation / Crisis Management (Infectious Disease Response) / Data Management / Simple Repair and Maintenance

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Important for quickly detecting livestock health conditions and abnormalities.
Physical Stamina & Endurance Requires physical stamina to endure long hours of outdoor work and heavy labor.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation The work is routine and does not require much creativity.
Numerical & Quantitative Analysis Advanced mathematical analysis is not required.

Related Qualifications

  • Livestock Artificial Insemination Technician
  • Livestock Skills Certification

Aliases

  • Livestock Breeder
  • Livestock Farming Worker
  • Livestock Handler

Related Jobs

  • Animal Keeper
  • Dairy Farmer
  • Livestock Technician

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