Ranch Manager
ぼくじょうかんりにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A ranch manager handles the breeding, reproduction, and health management of livestock, and comprehensively manages the ranch's production activities and operations.
Description
Ranch managers breed livestock such as cows and horses, carry out daily tasks from breeding plans to health management, feeding, pasture management, and milking, while also handling overall ranch operations including maintenance of facilities and machinery, guidance and management of work staff, and cost management. They formulate work plans according to seasons and weather, and are required to achieve efficient production while complying with hygiene and safety standards.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to improvements in domestic food self-sufficiency rates and demand for high-quality meat, challenges include a shortage of successors and advances in mechanization and automation.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Patient / Sharp Observation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Corporate Employment / Seasonal Fluctuations / Self-employed Family Business / Shift Work
Career Path
Field Worker → Assistant Ranch Foreman → Ranch Manager → Owner (Ranch Foreman) → Agricultural Consultant
Required Skills
Basic Operation of Machinery and Equipment / Breeding Management / Feed Formulation and Feeding Management / Hygiene Management / Livestock Rearing Management Skills / Record Keeping
Recommended Skills
Basic Veterinary Medicine Knowledge / Equipment Management / Machinery Maintenance / Tractor Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To quickly respond to unexpected situations such as weather or market fluctuations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss changes in animals' health conditions or breeding environments. |
| Communication Skills | To coordinate and communicate with staff and distributors. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Outdoor work and heavy labor are common, requiring physical stamina. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to create work plans and breeding schedules. |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress tolerance is necessary for early morning or nighttime work and sudden trouble responses. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Most tasks are standardized, and creativity is not highly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Livestock Artificial Insemination Technician
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
Aliases
- Farm Manager
- Ranch Foreman
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- Animal Keeper
- Dairy Farmer
- Livestock Technician