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Pearl Cultivator

TVET

TVET scope is based on recognized occupational standards, with emphasis on practical components, psychomotor skills and exposure to training in the industry

Pearl Cultivator plans and carries out operations to breed, cultivate, and harvest oysters or mussels to produce pearls for sale or distribution. They manage the selection and preparation of mollusks, implant nuclei, monitor water and growth conditions, and ensure the health of the stock while maintaining the facilities and equipment necessary for pearl cultivation. The role may also involve improving cultivation techniques to enhance pearl quality and yield.

Tasks

Select, prepare, and implant nuclei or tissue into mollusks to initiate pearl formation.

Feed, raise, and care for oysters to maintain their health and growth.

Monitor and maintain water quality and environmental conditions, including controlling toxins, pests, and diseases affecting cultivation.

Prepare and manage pearl cultivation sites according to environmental and operational requirements.

Operate, clean, and maintain aquaculture and harvesting equipment and facilities.

Harvest pearls at the appropriate time and grade harvested pearls.

Record, manage, and analyse cultivation processes, yields, and performance data.

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Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing

A032-002-2:2017

MARINE AQUACULTURE OPERATION (LEVEL 2) (Level 2)

Skills

Basic

Ability to operate basic aquaculture tools and equipment used in pearl farming.

Ability to work safely and effectively in aquatic and marine environments.

Basic record-keeping, teamwork, and communication skills to support daily operations.

Basic understanding of marine biology and aquaculture practices relevant to pearl cultivation.

Manual dexterity and physical stamina for handling delicate cultivation procedures.

Specific

Ability in basic research and improvement of pearl cultivation techniques.

Competency in disease and pest control measures in aquaculture operations.

Competency in monitoring and managing water quality and environmental conditions in aquaculture.

Knowledge in mollusc biology and pearl formation processes in pearl cultivation.

Knowledge in sustainable aquaculture practices for pearl farming.

Proficiency in operation and maintenance of aquaculture equipment, technology and farm machinery, including minor repairs.

Proficiency in pearl grading and quality assessment techniques.

Additional Info

QUALIFICATION

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or Equivalent

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Marine Product Producer

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