Sea Squirt Aquaculture Worker
ほやようしょくさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Aquaculture Workers
Summary
Aquaculture worker who manages seedlings, cultivation, harvesting, and sorting of sea squirts in the sea.
Description
Sea squirt aquaculture workers introduce sea squirt seedlings at aquaculture sites, install, inspect, and repair aquaculture facilities such as nets and ropes, while regularly measuring and managing water quality such as water temperature and salinity. They observe growth conditions, perform pest and disease control and feed input, harvest sea squirts at the appropriate time, sort, weigh, pack them, and prepare for shipment. They operate vessels to move to the aquaculture site and also handle facility cleaning and equipment maintenance. Much of the work is outdoors, influenced by weather and sea conditions, requiring physical stamina and precise environmental management.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for seafood, sea squirt aquaculture is expected to expand steadily. The introduction of IoT and automation technologies will advance environmental monitoring and management methods, increasing the need for personnel with technical skills.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Good team player / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Early Morning Shifts / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Apprentice Aquaculture Worker → Aquaculture Worker → Leader Aquaculture Supervisor → Aquaculture Technician → Aquaculture Site Manager
Required Skills
Harvesting and Sorting Techniques / Net Installation and Repair / Seedling Management / Small Vessel Operation / Water Quality and Environment Monitoring
Recommended Skills
Aquaculture Technician Certification / Diving and Underwater Work Techniques / Machinery and Equipment Maintenance / Safety Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to respond to changes in marine environment and weather. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately check the growth status of seedlings and water quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of work at sea and heavy labor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the job content is routine, there are few opportunities for creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it mainly involves quantity management and simple reading of environmental data. |
Related Qualifications
- Diver
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License
- Small Vessel Operator
Aliases
- Sea Squirt Aquaculture Worker
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