Sector
Agriculture
Keyword

Fisherman, Fishing

Minimum ? No entry barrier

Relevant experience in fishing

The tasks a Fisherman, Estuaries, Coastal and Backwater is expected to perform include:

Catching and trapping various types of fishes in estuaries, coastal and backwater

Choosing the right equipment like different types of nets and other fishing gears according to type of fish to be caught and type of fishing area

Preparing the net and other required equipment

Laying different types of fishing nets and gears such as, drag nets, stake nets, etc. in the area to be fished

Maintaining the equipment for fishing and the deck of the vessel

Storing and selling the captured fishes

Applying salt on the fish to preserve them, if required

Operating and repairing power driven boats, if required

Proficient in fishing methods and techniques

Familiar with all gear and equipment used in fishing

Knowledge of different types of nets and their specific uses

Familiar with different types of boats, their operation and maintenance

Knowledge of different marine life species and their habitat

Proficient in reading weather forecast

Familiar with navigational and communication equipment

Familiar with the preservation requirement of the captured marine life

Basicknowledgeofvesselrepair

Skilled in storing techniques of captured marine life

Familiar with torch fishing and fishing from the shore or rock

Ability to swim

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Expertise and hands-on experience in fishing

Manual dexterity and stability

Ability to work independently

Hardworking and persistent

Result-oriented

Self-motivated

It is a field job

Work from home is not applicable for this profile

May supervise a team of other fishermen

Part-time and contractual jobs may be available

Local travelling is required

Working hours

Working hours are not fixed

Overtime and shift system may be involved

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No

Health risks include exposure to uncertain and harsh weather conditions etc.Occupational hazards include accidents like drowning, injury to body while handling marine animals like crabs, lobsters, etc.

If the person is self-employed, profit will depend on the type of boat used and marine life captured

For candidates on wage system -INR90 toINR340 per day1

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

The aquaculture sector in India2

Fishery is a sector that has huge potential in India, which is surrounded by coastlines on three sides. This sector employs more than 14 million people. India has nearly 8,200 km of coastline with nearly 3,827 villages engaged in fishing as the main economic activity. There are nearly 2,000 fish trading centers in these areas. Fresh water reserves and reservoirs in the country also present enormous opportunities for fishing and trading activities. India is world's third largest producer of fish. India exported fish worth nearly Rs 18,856 crore and it stood at 9,28,251 tonnes in 2012 - 13. The European market presents excellent export potential. The United States of America, Japan and China also remain loyal customers of Indian fish. Forecast for the future is also equally bright. Marine Products Development Authority (MPEDA) estimates $4.2 billion target for Indian fish trade with Vannamei Shrimp and Black Tiger Shrimp, which are all season fish and sea food delicacies preferred worldwide.

Self-employed Boat owners Large fisheries

Job openings are in Tier I, Tier II and Tier III cities3

National Institute of Fisheries Post Harvest Technology and Training, Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India,P. Box No. 1801, Cochin - 682 016, Kerala http://ifpkochi.nic.in/

Fishery Survey of India Botawala Chambers Sir P.M. Road, Fort Mumbai ? 400001http://fsi.gov.in/LATEST-WB-SITE/fsi-main-pg-frm.htm

Central Institute of Fisheries Technology CIFT Junction, Willingdon Island Matsyapuri P.O., Cochin-682 029, Kerala Ph: 0484-2412300; Fax: 091-484-2668212 www.cift.res.in

CIFNET, The Director, Fine Arts Avenue, Kochi-682016 Phone: 0484 2351610 http://www.cifnet.nic.in