Pearl Cultivation Technician
しんじゅようしょくぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that uses oysters such as Akoya oysters to culture pearls, performing a series of tasks from water quality management, nucleus insertion, rearing, harvesting, to quality inspection.
Description
Pearl cultivation technicians raise oysters such as Akoya oysters in offshore or land-based aquaculture facilities, perform pearl nucleus insertion (nucleus insertion) and grafting, and manage oyster growth while maintaining optimal water temperature, salinity, and dissolved oxygen levels. They handle pest and disease control, nutrition management, seasonal harvest planning, and consistently manage everything from nucleus insertion to egg collection, harvesting, pearl polishing, and grading. They also manage operations of aquaculture facilities and vessels, and shell management through diving operations, aiming to improve quality and production efficiency.
Future Outlook
Responses to climate change and marine environmental pollution, and the introduction of smart aquaculture utilizing IoT and automation technologies will advance, with further sophistication expected from environmental surveys to production management. Demand for high-value-added pearls is stable, and the demand for specialized technicians will continue steadily in the future.
Personality Traits
Can pay attention to details / Good at observing nature / Has patience / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Domestic and International Travel / Offshore Work / Seasonal Variations / Team Work / Tidal Shifts
Career Path
Apprentice Aquaculture Technician → Pearl Cultivation Technician → Aquaculture Farm Manager → Production Manager → Aquaculture Consultant
Required Skills
Aquaculture Facility Operation Management / Diving Operations / Pearl Nucleus Insertion Technique / Shellfish Physiology and Pathology / Water Quality Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Environmental Analysis / Fisheries Production Management System / Machinery and Equipment Maintenance / Quality Evaluation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary not to miss subtle changes in water quality or oyster conditions. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously adapt to new technologies and environmental changes. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is needed to continue offshore work and heavy labor. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planning and scheduling of aquaculture cycles and harvest times are necessary. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to quickly respond to diseases or environmental issues is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Diver
- Fisheries Adjustment Manager
- Medium-sized Vessel Operator
- Seedling Manager
Aliases
- Pearl Cultivator
- Pearl Farmer
- Pearl Farming Operator
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