Aquaculture Worker
すいさん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
A job that involves managing seedlings, feeding, water quality and health management, harvesting, and shipment preparation for seafood in aquaculture facilities in the sea or rivers.
Description
Aquaculture workers raise seafood in facilities such as aquaculture ponds and offshore cages, performing tasks including seeding, feeding, water quality measurement, disease and pest control, inspection and maintenance of facility equipment, harvesting, and shipment operations. They optimize the growth environment through daily data recording and reporting, ensuring quality and safety. This is fieldwork that requires adaptation to changes such as seasons, weather, and equipment failures.
Future Outlook
Due to the decrease in fishery resources and increasing emphasis on food safety, demand for aquaculture is expanding. Introduction of smart aquaculture technologies using IoT and AI is progressing, increasing demand for personnel with environmentally considerate and efficiency skills.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Likes outdoor work / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Early Morning and Late Night Shifts / Full-time Employee / Outdoor Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Aquaculture Staff → Production Manager → Site Supervisor → Aquaculture Farm Manager → Independent Business
Required Skills
Facility Equipment Operation / Feeding and Harvesting Operations / Record-keeping and Reporting Tasks / Water Quality Management
Recommended Skills
Aquaculture Technology (Seedlings, Physiology, Ecology) / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to respond quickly to sudden changes in weather or water quality, new diseases, etc. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | It is important not to miss subtle changes in water quality or organisms. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is required to handle heavy fishing gear and endure long hours of outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is basically carried out according to prescribed procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Diver
- Small Boat Operator
Aliases
- Aquaculture Worker
- アクアカルチャーワーカー
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