Plant Nursery Worker (Agriculture)
なえばたさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves managing seedlings of vegetables, flowers, trees, etc., from sowing to transplanting readiness in seedling production facilities to grow healthy seedlings.
Description
Plant nursery workers, in seedling production facilities for vegetables, flowers, and trees, perform sowing, cuttings, preparation of seedling beds, watering, fertilization, pest and disease control, temperature and humidity management, etc. Management is mainly in greenhouses or vinyl houses, but may also include work on outdoor seedling racks. They judge the timing of sowing and transplanting, manage nutrients and water appropriately to produce healthy seedlings, and supply them in a state suitable for shipment or transplanting. In some cases, they use small machinery for transporting trays and materials, and operate seedling equipment. Work is influenced by seasons and weather, requiring broad knowledge, experience, and physical strength.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected to continue due to aging population and labor shortages. While labor-saving and automation technologies are advancing, specialized skills for delicate seedling management will continue to be in demand.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Interested in Natural Environment / Meticulous / Patient / Physically Fit
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Part-time / Casual / Seasonal
Career Path
Apprentice Worker → Plant Nursery Worker → Group Leader → Site Supervisor → Farm Manager → Independent / Owner
Required Skills
Irrigation Management / Pest and Disease Control / Seedbed Management / Seedling Production / Soil Management / Temperature and Humidity Management
Recommended Skills
Greenhouse Management / Pest and Disease Identification and Diagnosis / Seedling Machine Operation / Soil Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss small disease symptoms or seedling growth conditions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to sustain long hours of outdoor work and material handling. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure stress from weather changes in outdoor work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Little product development or idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little complex mathematical calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Pesticide Handler
Aliases
- Seedbed Worker
- Seedling Manager
- Seedling Production Worker
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