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Aquaculture site supervisor

Aquaculture site supervisors supervise production processes in large-scale aquaculture operations and inspect aquaculture sites to maintain and improve performance. They maintain the health, safety and security of the workplace, develop management plans to reduce the risks from pests, predators and diseases and supervise both the disposal of bio and chemical waste and the maintenance of equipment and machinery.

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Rate 5 of the 19 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.

maintain aquaculture water quality

develop aquaculture strategies

maintain aquaculture equipment

supervise waste disposal

inspect aquaculture equipment

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (19)

effect of water currentseffect of water currentsThe impact of water currents on fish farms, in cages, ponds, lagoons and rivers.fishing industryfishing industryThe business model of the fishing industry, including recreational, subsistence and commercial fishing, and the harvesting, processing, and marketing sectors.fish identification and classificationfish identification and classificationThe processes which allow the identification and classification of fish.water policieswater policiesThe framework of policies, strategies, institutions, and regulations concerning water.fresh water ecosystemsfresh water ecosystemsThe types and natural characteristics of fresh water ecosystems such as lakes, ponds, rivers, wetlands, streams etc.fighting fires at aquaculture facilitiesfighting fires at aquaculture facilitiesThe methods and equipment required to extinguisht fires occured in aquaculture settings.design principles of containment systemsdesign principles of containment systemsThe design elements of different containment systems, such as cages, pens, nets, ponds and tanks.maintain aquaculture water qualitymaintain aquaculture water qualityMaintain water quality in ponds, lagoons and sluices.develop aquaculture strategiesdevelop aquaculture strategiesCultivate strategies for aquaculture plans based on reports and research in order to deal with specific fish farm issues. Plan and organise work activities in order to improve aquaculture production a...maintain aquaculture equipmentmaintain aquaculture equipmentSupervise and maintain aquaculture equipment and machinery, such as containment systems, lifting gear, transportation gear, disinfection equipment, heating equipment, oxygenation equipment, electrical...supervise waste disposalsupervise waste disposalSupervise disposal of biological waste and chemical waste according to regulations.inspect aquaculture equipmentinspect aquaculture equipmentInspect aquaculture harvesting tools and machinery to ensure that they work properly.select aquaculture equipmentselect aquaculture equipmentDetermine aquaculture equipment in accordance with the needs of the company.control aquatic production environmentcontrol aquatic production environmentAssess the impact of biological conditions such as algae and fouling organisms by managing water intakes, catchments and oxygen use.develop management plans to reduce risks in aquaculturedevelop management plans to reduce risks in aquacultureDevelop a management plan to reduce the risks from pests, predators and diseases. Supervise implementation of plan, especially disease prevention measures, throughout the aquaculture facility.supervise aquaculture facilitiessupervise aquaculture facilitiesSupervise aquaculture facilities and identify equipment needs. Understand aquaculture equipment drawings, plans, and design principles of different containment systems.manage water flows and catchmentsmanage water flows and catchmentsManage water flows and catchments in ponds, lagoons and sluices.ensure aquaculture personnel health and safetyensure aquaculture personnel health and safetyMake sure that health and safety procedures have been established and followed across all aquaculture facilities including cages. Ensure that personnel and general public are instructed and all work a...provide on-site training in aquaculture facilitiesprovide on-site training in aquaculture facilitiesProvide on-site training in aquaculture facilities, through instruction and demonstration of skills. Provide, implement and supervise a training development plan.
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aquaculture cultivation equipmentaquaculture cultivation equipmentThe equipment used for aquaculture cultivation, such as pumps, aeration systems, filtration systems, fish feeders, hatcheries, tanks and cages and the equipment drawings and plans.escapee contingency plansescapee contingency plansThe procedures to follow in case there are escapees from cage systems.work in outdoor conditionswork in outdoor conditionsCan cope with the different climate conditions such as heat, rain, cold or in strong wind.work in a fishery teamwork in a fishery teamWork as part of a crew or team, and meet team deadlines and responsibilities together.manage time in fishery operationsmanage time in fishery operationsEnsure an efficient management of work schedules meant for fishery and aquaculture activities.operate small craftoperate small craftOperate small craft used for transport and feeding.implement contingency plans for escapeesimplement contingency plans for escapeesCarry out contingency plans for cage escapees. Carry out fish capture escape operations.supervise waste water treatmentssupervise waste water treatmentsSupervise waste water treatment according to environmental regulations.

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Frequently asked questions

What does an aquaculture site supervisor do?

Aquaculture site supervisors supervise production processes in large-scale aquaculture operations and inspect aquaculture sites to maintain and improve performance. They maintain the health, safety and security of the workplace, develop management plans to reduce the risks from pests, predators and diseases and supervise both the disposal of bio and chemical waste and the maintenance of equipment and machinery.

What skills does an aquaculture site supervisor need?

An aquaculture site supervisor needs 19 essential skills, including effect of water currents, fishing industry, fish identification and classification, water policies, fresh water ecosystems.

Will AI replace aquaculture site supervisor jobs?

The AI disruption score for aquaculture site supervisor is 20/100 (low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: fish identification and classification, inspect aquaculture equipment, maintain aquaculture water quality. Most resilient: fighting fires at aquaculture facilities, work in outdoor conditions, escapee contingency plans.

Quick Facts

SectorEngineering Services
ISCO GroupScience and engineering associate professionals
Essential Skills19

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