Soft-shell Turtle Aquaculture Worker
すっぽん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
Aquaculture worker who maintains the rearing environment, feeding, hatchling rearing, and shipping for soft-shell turtles, a premium freshwater ingredient.
Description
Soft-shell turtle aquaculture workers handle water quality management in rearing ponds and tanks, planning and implementing appropriate feeding schedules, managing hatchling growth and health checks, pest and disease control, breeder turtle management, egg collection and incubation management, harvesting and shipping preparation once they reach marketable size. They measure water quality data such as water temperature, dissolved oxygen levels, and pH, and as needed, adjust feeding amounts, add water, and clean and inspect filtration equipment. The work involves handling heavy feed bags and equipment, as well as extensive outdoor and underwater tasks, requiring physical stamina and keen observation skills. Experienced workers may also propose improvements in rearing techniques or introduce labor-saving devices.
Future Outlook
Domestically, there is stable demand as a premium ingredient, but challenges include a shortage of workers and high rearing costs. The key to the future lies in introducing labor-saving technologies such as ICT and automatic feeding systems, as well as developing processed products and branding to open new markets.
Personality Traits
Patient / Physically strong / Sharp observational skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Early morning and night work / Outdoor work / Seasonal fluctuations / Shift work
Career Path
Aquaculture Worker (Junior) → Leader/Team Leader → Aquaculture Manager → Aquaculture Farm Owner/Business Owner
Required Skills
Aquaculture Pond Cleaning and Repair / Feeding Management / Harvesting and Shipping Operations / Land-based Equipment Operation / Water Quality Measurement
Recommended Skills
Breeder Turtle Breeding Management / Data Recording and Analysis / Equipment Maintenance / Hatching Management / Pest and Disease Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is necessary for water quality management and early detection of abnormalities. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and heavy labor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Aquaculture work involves many manuals and routines, so creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is little complex mathematical analysis, only simple quantity management. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License
Aliases
- Soft-shell Turtle Aquaculture Worker
- Soft-shell Turtle Rearing Worker
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