Tilapia Aquaculture Worker
てぃらぴあ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
Occupation involving aquaculture operations at tilapia (freshwater fish) farms, from seedling management to feeding, water quality management, and harvesting.
Description
Tilapia aquaculture workers maintain and manage the breeding environment for tilapia in ponds or tanks, perform feeding, water quality adjustments, and disease prevention and control measures. They also observe growth conditions, record data, select and pack fish at harvest, and clean and maintain equipment. Management adapted to seasonal and weather changes, as well as teamwork, are required.
Future Outlook
Tilapia grows quickly and has high demand, so job openings are expected to remain stable with the spread of aquaculture technology. Responding to environmental regulations and sustainability will be future challenges.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Hardworking / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Early morning and night work / Land-based aquaculture farm work / Outdoor work / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Aquaculture Assistant → Aquaculture Worker → Leader Aquaculture Worker → Aquaculture Farm Manager → Fisheries Technician
Required Skills
Aquaculture Pond Cleaning and Repair / Feeding Management / Harvesting and Packing Operations / Pest and Disease Response / Water Quality Management
Recommended Skills
Data Recording and Reporting / Machinery Maintenance / Machinery Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because detailed management such as water quality and feeding amounts directly affects growth. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of outdoor work and operation of heavy equipment, physical stamina is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is mainly based on manuals, and creativity is not particularly required. |
Aliases
- Tilapia Aquaculture Worker
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