Shellfish Aquaculture Worker
かいるいようしょくさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Aquaculture Workers
Summary
A profession that involves a series of aquaculture operations from seedling cultivation to harvesting and shipping for shellfish such as oysters, scallops, and clams.
Description
Shellfish aquaculture workers attach and transplant shellfish seedlings to rafts (rafts) or floor-placed facilities installed on the coast or at sea, perform water quality management, feeding, and measures against attached algae and shellfish toxins to promote growth. At harvest, they remove shells and dirt, sort and wash by size, and prepare for shipment. The work involves operating small boats and machinery, requiring the ability to respond to environmental changes such as weather, tides, and water temperature, as well as the physical stamina to endure heavy labor.
Future Outlook
Due to the impact of climate change and environmental regulations, aquaculture conditions are changing, and the introduction of smart aquaculture using IoT and automation technology is expected to progress. The demand for personnel equipped with the ability to respond to high value-added products and quality assurance will steadily increase.
Personality Traits
Adaptable to Natural Environments / Attentive / Patient / Physically Strong / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Heavy Labor / Offshore Operations / Outdoor Work / Remote Area Work / Seasonal Variations
Career Path
Apprentice Aquaculture Worker → Shellfish Aquaculture Worker → Aquaculture Farm Manager → Aquaculture Production Supervisor → Aquaculture Technology Advisor
Required Skills
Harvesting and Sorting Work / Raft and Floor Placement Equipment Maintenance / Seedling Attachment and Transplanting Work / Water Quality Inspection and Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Weather and Sea Conditions / Diving Skills / Machine Maintenance Technology / Small Boat Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to quickly respond to environmental changes such as weather and tides. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minor abnormalities can lead to mass deaths or quality degradation of shellfish. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of long-hour heavy labor and outdoor work. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because the ability to endure harsh weather conditions and heavy labor is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical tasks are relatively few. |
Aliases
- Shellfish Farming Worker
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