Jobs in the fisheries industry involve working with aquatic resources to support sustainable fishing, aquaculture and seafood processing.
Roles in this field can include:
- Marine Biologists studying fish populations and ecosystems
- Fisheries Scientists conducting research to manage fish stocks
- Aquaculture Technicians who breed and care for fish in controlled environments.
Additionally, Fisheries Managers and Conservationists work to ensure that fishing practices are sustainable and that marine environments are protected.
Learning areas/subjects
You may be interested in this occupation group if you enjoyed these learning areas at school:
- Rural studies
- Biology
- Environmental sciences
- Geography
- Maths
- Outdoor education
Skills
- Practical
- Teamwork
- Outdoor
- Scientific
Aquaculture Farmers
Aquaculture Farmers plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to breed and raise fish and other aquatic stock.
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Agricultural, Fisheries and Forestry Scientists
Agricultural, Fisheries and Forestry Scientists advise farmers, industries and government on farming, fisheries, aquaculture and forestry. They develop techniques for increasing productivity, and study and create plans for managing land, fisheries and forests.
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Aquaculture Workers
Aquaculture Workers perform routine tasks in breeding and raising fish and other aquatic stock.
FIND OUT MORECatalyst: Sustainable fish farming
Interested in learning more about sustainable fish farming? Check out what is being done on this massive barramundi farm in the Northern Territory to produce more fish with less environmental impact.
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