Shrimp Aquaculture Worker
えび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
Shrimp aquaculture workers maintain an environment suitable for shrimp growth and perform tasks such as feeding, water quality management, disease countermeasures, and harvesting to stably produce high-quality shrimp.
Description
Shrimp aquaculture workers are specialists who ensure shrimp growth and quality through pond and tank environment management. Specifically, they regularly measure and record water quality parameters such as water temperature, pH, salinity, and dissolved oxygen levels, adjusting them as necessary. They optimize feed types, feeding amounts, and timing, and conduct early detection and prevention of diseases. They also handle a wide range of tasks including cleaning pond bottoms and equipment, harvesting, sorting, transportation, and other post-processing. Managing production records and reporting to farm operators are also important duties.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand domestically and internationally, the aquaculture industry is expected to grow steadily. The adoption of ICT and automation technologies is advancing, requiring improved efficiency and advanced disease control measures.
Personality Traits
Excellent Observation Skills / Has Patience / Interested in the Natural Environment / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Early Morning Shifts / Full-time and Contract Employees / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations / Shifts
Career Path
Apprentice Aquaculture Worker → Aquaculture Worker → Site Leader/Section Chief → Aquaculture Management Technician → Aquaculture Farm Operator
Required Skills
Disease Management / Facility Cleaning / Feeding Techniques / Water Quality Measurement
Recommended Skills
Aquaculture Organism Health Diagnosis / Automatic Feeding System Operation / English Literature Reading / ICT Aquaculture Technology / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | It is important not to miss changes in water quality or signs of disease. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is required for tasks such as carrying heavy feed bags and cleaning ponds. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is routine, emphasizing adherence to procedures over creativity. |
Aliases
- Shrimp Aquaculture Worker
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