Sea Urchin Aquaculture Worker
うに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
Worker who manages sea urchin seedlings in underwater or land-based aquaculture facilities, performing feeding, structure cleaning, water quality monitoring, and up to harvesting.
Description
Sea urchin aquaculture workers install sea urchin seedlings in underwater or land-based aquaculture facilities, conduct feeding, structure cleaning such as removal of seaweed and attached organisms, measurement and management of water quality and seawater temperature, and control of diseases and predators. They observe growth conditions, harvest at the appropriate time, and handle sorting, packing, and shipping preparation. They may also perform work at sea using fishing boats or diving operations, requiring quick responses to changes in the natural environment and high physical strength.
Future Outlook
While there is stable demand as a high-class ingredient, responses to climate change and changes in the marine environment are required. Introduction of labor-saving and ICT utilization technologies for efficiency is progressing, and successor training is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Interested in the natural environment / Patient / Physically strong
Work Style
Marine Work / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Apprentice Aquaculture Worker → Aquaculture Worker → Supervisor Aquaculture Worker → Aquaculture Farm Manager → Fisheries Technician
Required Skills
Diving Work / Feeding Work / Rope Work / Small Vessel Operation / Water Quality Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Marine Biology / Hygiene Management / Simple Repair of Mechanical Equipment / Tidal and Weather Observation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to adapt to changes in weather and seawater temperature and respond quickly. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To manage the health status of sea urchins without missing small abnormalities. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves heavy labor with long hours of outdoor and marine work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is mostly done according to manuals, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is numerical management such as water quality and feed amounts, but advanced numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Diver
- Small Vessel Operator
Aliases
- Sea Urchin Aquaculture Worker
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