United States
Sector
Keyword
Fish Farmer, Fishery, Fishermen, Fisheries, Fish Supervisor
Minimum ? Preferably 12th standard pass
Previous on-the-job training
The tasks a Fieldman, Fish is expected to perform include:Arranging transport of fish to different places
Supplying fish seed to purchasers for growth in tanks, wells, rivers, etc. Breeding fish in special tanks or ponds
Collecting and transporting fish seeds and fingerlings
Marketing and selling the produce
Maintaining necessary records
Competent in farm accounting and record maintenance
Knowledge of using and maintaining fishing tools and equipment
Knowledge of fish farming, breeding, culturing, curing, storing and transporting
Knowledge of safety standards and hygiene practices at the fish farm
Skilled in marketing activities Knowledge of the latest developments in fishing techniques and methods
Competent in fish farm management Knowledge of fish health and nutrition
Knowledge of different water management techniques
Skilled in fish handling, spawning, grading and harvesting
Basic knowledge about the functioning of the co-operative societies Basic knowledge about credit facilities and supporting schemes
BFSc/MFSc
Physically fit
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Hardworking and persistent
Result-oriented
Team player
Good communication skills
Ability to negotiate
It is a field job
Work from home is not available
Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available
Supervising Fishermen and other Fishery Workers is required
Local travelling is part of the job
Working hours
Working hours are 9 hours daily for 6 days a week
Overtime is common
Shift system is available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No
This job is considered mildly hazardous or dangerous Health risks include exposure to extreme temperatures, wet and humid working conditions, dust, pesticides, fertilizers, chemicals, disinfectants, etc.Occupational hazards include physical strain, injury to body, infections, diseases, etc.
For candidates with experience - INR10,000 to INR25,000 per month(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Trends in the Fishing Industry of IndiaAccording to the ?Annual Report of the Department Of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries (2012-2013)? India is the second largest producer of fish in the world contributing to 5.43% of global fish production. As per the estimates of Central Statistical Organization (CSO), the values of GDP from fisheries sector at current price during 2009-10 was 52,363 crores which is 4.85 per cent of the total GDP of Agriculture and allied sectors. Fisheries sector occupies a very important place in the socio-economic development of the country. It has been recognized as a powerful income and employment generator as it stimulates growth of a number of subsidiary industries. Fisheries is one of the promising sectors of agriculture and allied activities in India and offers tremendous opportunities for fishery professionals, like Fieldman and Sub-Inspector.
Fish and shrimp farms Fishery co-operatives
State fishery department Self-employed
Job openings are in cities like Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh; Mangalore, Karnataka; Kochi, Kerala; Chennai, Tamil Nadu; Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh; Raichak and Kolkata, West Bengal.
ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Technology across India
ICAR - Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute across India
Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Kannadi Kadu Service Rd, Panangad, Kochi, Kerala 682506, Tel: 0484 270 3782
