Seed Collector
しゅしさいしゅにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Other Forestry Occupations
Summary
Specialist profession that supports seedling production and forest regeneration projects by properly collecting, testing, and storing seeds from forest trees.
Description
Seed Collectors collect seeds from target trees in forests at appropriate times, storing and recording them while maintaining quality. They must understand maturation periods and collection methods for each tree species and possess the skills and experience to work safely outdoors. The collected seeds are used in seedling facilities and planting projects, contributing to forest regeneration and the preservation of genetic diversity. The work primarily involves fieldwork, requiring physical stamina and adaptability to changing weather conditions and terrain.
Future Outlook
Amid the growing importance of climate change and forest conservation, demand is expected to remain stable and increase with the expansion of planting and regeneration projects.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Excellent observation skills / Interested in the natural environment / Patient
Work Style
Contract Employee / Freelance Possible / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations
Career Path
Seed Collector → Forest Surveyor → Forest Technician → Environmental Consultant
Required Skills
Operation and Maintenance of Collection Tools / Outdoor Work Safety Management / Sample Storage / Tree Species Identification
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Plant Ecology / Basic Meteorological Observation / Climbing Skills (for Canopy Collection) / GIS・GPS Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to changes in weather and site conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate discernment of seed maturity and quality is required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to acquire knowledge of ecology and collection techniques for each tree species. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of outdoor work and labor on steep terrain, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is rarely required as collection follows existing methods and manuals. |
Aliases
- Seed Collector
- Seed Harvester
Related Jobs
- Forest Surveyor
- Forest Technician
- Forestry Worker