Shijimi Aquaculture Worker
しじみ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
Fishery worker who cultures shijimi in freshwater or brackish water areas, performing tasks from seeding juvenile clams to feeding, water quality management, and harvesting.
Description
Shijimi aquaculture workers operate and manage shijimi aquaculture facilities (such as rafts and net cages) in freshwater and brackish water areas like lakes, marshes, and river mouths. They handle a series of tasks including seeding juvenile clams, appropriate feeding, observation and adjustment of water and bottom quality, harvesting operations, sorting after landing, and preparation for shipment. Management adapted to seasonal changes and water temperature fluctuations is required, and knowledge of labor-saving measures and ICT introduction is utilized to address labor shortages in an aging industry.
Future Outlook
While domestic demand for shijimi remains stable, labor shortages due to aging are becoming severe. With the introduction of ICT and labor-saving technologies progressing, there is an anticipated increase in needs for efficiency improvements and productivity enhancements.
Personality Traits
Good at nature observation / Patient / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Outdoor work / Seasonal fluctuations / Team collaboration
Career Path
Aquaculture Worker → Assistant Manager → Aquaculture Farm Manager → Fishery Cooperative Instructor → Independent Aquaculture Operator
Required Skills
Harvesting and Sorting Operations / Installation and Maintenance of Aquaculture Facilities / Juvenile Clam Feeding / Water Quality Management
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | It is necessary to closely observe water quality and the condition of juvenile clams. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | There is a lot of outdoor work, requiring prolonged standing and handling of heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work involves many routine tasks, centered on standard operations rather than new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex mathematical analysis is rarely required. |
Aliases
- Brackish Water Aquaculture Worker
- Shellfish Aquaculture Worker
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