Seafood Aquaculture Worker
ぎょかい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
Responsible for rearing juvenile seafood from hatching to harvest, facility management, and conducting aquaculture safely and efficiently.
Description
Seafood aquaculture workers observe the health of seafood at aquaculture sites, conduct water quality measurements, feeding, transferring juvenile fish, harvesting operations, etc. Maintenance and inspection of facility nets, rafts, feed, and drainage equipment are also important tasks. They support the production of safe and high-quality aquatic products while responding to seasonal changes, weather, and environmental variations in sea areas.
Future Outlook
With growing interest in sustainable food production, aquaculture is expected to have stable demand in the future. Efficiency improvements and higher added value are anticipated through the introduction of IoT technology and the spread of smart aquaculture.
Personality Traits
Diligent / Interested in Natural Environments / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Outdoor Work / Rural Assignment / Seasonal Fluctuations / Shift Work
Career Path
Aquaculture Worker Apprentice → Seafood Aquaculture Worker → Section Chief (Aquaculture Site Management) → Aquaculture Site Manager → Aquatic Technician
Required Skills
Aquaculture Facility Maintenance / Feeding Management / Harvesting Operations / Seafood Rearing Management / Water Quality Measurement
Recommended Skills
Diving Operations / Hazardous Creature Response / Machinery Operation / Small Vessel Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to not miss subtle changes in water quality or signs of disease. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for outdoor standing work and handling heavy nets and rafts. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Since work is often done by multiple people and coordination directly affects production efficiency. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because accuracy in routine tasks is required more than generating new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Diver
- Oxygen Deficiency Work Supervisor
- Small Vessel Operator
Aliases
- Aquaculture Operator
- Aquaculture Worker
Related Jobs
- Aquaculture Manager
- Aquatic Technician
- Fisherman