aquaculture husbandry manager

aquaculture cultivation equipment

The equipment used for aquaculture cultivation, such as pumps, aeration systems, filtration systems, fish feeders, hatcheries, tanks and cages and the equipment drawings and plans.

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aquaculture production planning software

The functioning principles and usage of a software dedicated to the planning of aquculture production.

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effect of water currents

The impact of water currents on fish farms, in cages, ponds, lagoons and rivers.

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escapee contingency plans

The procedures to follow in case there are escapees from cage systems.

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This knowledge is applicable only to water-based aquaculture production managers. Escapees constitute a serious long-term problem as the escapees pollute the genetic pool of wild species.

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fish biology

The study of fish, shellfish or crustacean organisms, categorized into many specialised fields that cover their morphology, physiology, anatomy, behaviour, origins and distribution.

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fish grading

The method of how fish are graded according to their different characteristics: specification, size, quality and condition.

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fish harvesting methods

Knowledge of up-to-date fish harvesting methods.

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husbandry and harvesting effects on aquatic resources

The effects on aquatic resources, fish, mollusks and crustaceans of husbandry and harvesting activities.

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incidents and accidents recording

The methods to report and record incidents and accidents in the workplace.

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rates of growth assessment

The different methods used to evaluate the growth of most important cultivated species.

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animal welfare legislation

The legal boundaries, codes of professional conduct, national and EU regulatory frameworks and legal procedures of working with animals and living organisms, ensuring their welfare and health.

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National and EU legislation relevant to occupation, regulatory body and codes of conduct. This may include animal welfare . , health and safety, risk assessment requirements and codes of conduct, especially in the areas of animal welfare, health and public health, food and environmental safety in relation with clients.

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biosecurity

Be aware of the general principles of the concept of bio-security and in particular, the disease prevention rules to be implemented in case of epidemics endangering public health.

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fish welfare regulations

The set of rules that apply in fish harvesting methods which ensure fish well-being.

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fishing industry

The business model of the fishing industry, including recreational, subsistence and commercial fishing, and the harvesting, processing, and marketing sectors.

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Commercial fishing aims at the delivery of fish and other seafood products for consumption or for other industrial processes.

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assess cage water quality

Analyse the quality of water by monitoring the state of temperature and oxygen, among other parameters.

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calculate aquatic resources growth rate

Calculate and forecast growth rates. Monitor and assess growth and biomass taking mortality into account, based on the different methods of growth assessment.

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collaborate with animal related professionals

Collaborate with veterinary and other animal related professionals through communication of animal details, case records and summary reports orally or via written or electronic transfer.

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develop fish health and welfare management plans

Develop a plan which lists risks from outdoor factors, such as predators, and pests.

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develop stock health programmes

Develop a health and welfare programme for those aquatic resources under cultivation, in consultation with the fish health specialist

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ensure cage safety requirements are followed

Ensure that personnel comply with cage safety requirements.

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ensure compliance with aquaculture standards

Ensure that operations comply with standards for sustainable aquaculture.

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identify risks in aquaculture facilities

Identify the hazards and evaluate the risks to health and safety in aquaculture facilities.

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implement contingency plans for escapees

Carry out contingency plans for cage escapees. Carry out fish capture escape operations.

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This applies only to water-based aquaculture employees.

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implement fin fish feeding regimes

Implement daily fin fish feeding regimes to take account of environmental variations. Check feeding regimes are followed through the accurate implementation of feeding procedures. Implement adjustments to feeding regimes to take account of fluctuations in production performance and variations in environmental conditions. Control specialist feeding regimes to support specified production requirements. Investigate changes in feeding behaviour to determine cause and required corrective action.

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maintain aquaculture equipment

Supervise and maintain aquaculture equipment and machinery, such as containment systems, lifting gear, transportation gear, disinfection equipment, heating equipment, oxygenation equipment, electrical equipment, air lift pumps, submersible pumps, live fish pumps, vacuum pumps.

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manage aquatic resources stock production

Set up a farm stock production spreadsheet and feed budget (feeding, growth, biomass, mortality, FCR, harvesting). Monitor and maintain stock production.

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manage water flows and catchments

Manage water flows and catchments in ponds, lagoons and sluices.

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monitor feeding systems

Make sure that feeders, feeding system and monitoring instruments are working. Analyse feedback from the instruments.

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monitor fish mortality rates

Monitor fish mortalities and assess possible causes.

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monitor the use of resources in production

Observe and check the use of resources such as food, oxygen, energy, water in the production process.

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plan aquatic resources feeding regimes

Make the approapriate operations to ensure aquatic resources for feeding regimes, taking into consideration farming constraints:set up fish feeding regimes, check animal feeding behaviour and operate computerised feed systems.

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supervise pest and disease control

Scout for pest damage, order pesticides as needed and within given budget, supervise mixing and application of pesticides, maintain records of pesticide application.

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Store and apply chemicals in accordance with manufacturers' directions. Ensure all appropriate personal protective equipment is used when applying chemicals. Maintain chemical log in accordance with legislative requirements.

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supervise waste disposal

Supervise disposal of biological waste and chemical waste according to regulations.

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supervise waste water treatments

Supervise waste water treatment according to environmental regulations.

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control aquatic production environment

Assess the impact of biological conditions such as algae and fouling organisms by managing water intakes, catchments and oxygen use.

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ensure aquaculture personnel health and safety

Make 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 activities are carried out according to relevant health and safety regulations.

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Operate with due regard to personal safety and that of co-workers and the general public in accordance with relevant legislation. Tasks may include responding to emergencies in workplace, maintain operational condition of life-saving, fire-fighting and other safety systems, report and record incidents, fight fires in workplace, monitor and maintain health, safety and security of workplace, reduce risk in workplace.

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handle veterinary emergencies

Handle unforeseen incidents concerning animals and circumstances which call for urgent action in an appropriate professional manner.

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interpret scientific data to assess water quality

Analyse and interpret data like biological properties to know the quality of water.

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write work-related reports

Compose work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so they are comprehensible to a non-expert audience.

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code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries

Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries and the guidelines established for professional fishers.

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diving operation requirements

The operational plan and the contingency plan for the diving operation, the diving equipment to be used in the diving operation, the diving signals to be used in the diving operation, the in-water decompression procedures to be used in the diving operation, and any emergency procedures that might have to be used in the diving operation.

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check diving equipment

Check diving equipment for valid certification to ensure its suitability. Ensure that any diving equipment is examined by a competent person before use, at least once on each day on which it is to be used. Ensure that it is adequately tested and repaired.

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conduct fish mortality studies

Collect fish mortality data. Identify causes of mortality and provide solutions .

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develop outreach training plans

Develop training plans for outreach and visitor service assistants, guides and volunteers.

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operate small craft

Operate small craft used for transport and feeding.

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prepare for small craft operation

Prepare for personnel operation of small craft, both with licence and without licence.

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provide on-site training in aquaculture facilities

Provide on-site training in aquaculture facilities, through instruction and demonstration of skills. Provide, implement and supervise a training development plan.

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communicate by telephone

Liaise via telephone by making and answering calls in a timely, professional and polite manner.

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communicate verbal instructions

Communicate transparent instructions. Ensure that messages are understood and followed correctly.

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critique the dive with the dive team

Assess the dive with the dive team upon completion. Instruct the diver(s) so as to improve procedures and routines for future dives.

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deliver online training

Provide training by using online technologies, adapting the learning materials, using e-learning methods, supporting the trainees and communicating online. Instruct virtual classrooms.

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evaluate training

Assess the realisation of the training's learning outcomes and goals, the quality of teaching, and give transparent feedback to the trainers and trainees.

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have computer literacy

Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.

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identify training needs

Analyse the training problems and identify the training requirements of an organisation or individuals, so as to provide them with instruction tailored to their prior mastery, profile, means and problem.

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maintain diving equipment

Perform maintenance actions, including small repairs, on diving equipment.

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operate an emergency communication system

Efficiently operate common communication systems used in emergencies, such as base station mobile transmitters and receivers, portable transmitters and receivers, repeaters, cellular phones, pagers, automated vehicle locators, and satellite phones as required.

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organise training

Make the necessary preparations to conduct a training session. Provide equipment, supplies and exercise materials. Ensure the training runs smoothly.

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perform diving interventions

Perform hyperbaric interventions at a maximum pressure of 4 atmospheres. Prepare and review the personal equipment and the auxiliary material. Perform and supervise the dive. Realise maintenance of the diving equipment and auxiliary material. Apply security measures to ensure the divers' safety when realising deep immersions.

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speak different languages

Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.

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train employees

Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.

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use communication devices

Operate communication devices in order to interact with customers, colleagues, and others.

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