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Fish Farmer / Aquaculturist – Aquaculture and Inland Fisheries Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Fischwirt/in - Aquakultur und Binnenfischerei

The vocational training as a Fish Farmer / Aquaculturist specializing in Aquaculture and Inland Fisheries is a recognized three-year program. You will learn to breed, care for, and market fish and other aquatic organisms in aquaculture facilities and natural waters. This profession takes place in fisheries and covers all aspects of sustainable fish farming.

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What you do

  • Feed fish and monitor their health status.
  • Control and regulate water quality in ponds and aquaculture facilities (e.g., pH value, oxygen content).
  • Care for, sort, and relocate fish stocks.
  • Participate in the breeding and rearing of young fish.
  • Maintain and repair fishing equipment and facilities.
  • Catch, process, and prepare fish for sale.
  • Document stock data, feed consumption, and water parameters.

Requirements

  • At least a Hauptschulabschluss (basic secondary school certificate) or Mittlere Reife (intermediate secondary school certificate).
  • Interest in biology, nature, and animals.
  • Physical fitness and resilience for outdoor work and lifting.
  • Sense of responsibility and diligence in handling living organisms.
  • Technical understanding for facilities and machinery.
  • Willingness to work irregular hours (e.g., feeding, monitoring).

Career prospects

  1. 1Work in fish farms, aquaculture facilities, or inland fisheries.
  2. 2Further training to become a Master Fish Farmer (Fischwirtschaftsmeister/in).
  3. 3Specialization in specific breeding methods or fish species.
  4. 4Self-employment with your own fish farming business.
  5. 5Opportunities for further education in related fields (e.g., environmental engineering, water management).

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Fish Farmer / Aquaculturist – Aquaculture and Inland Fisheries Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 850 to 1,150 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Fish Farmer / Aquaculturist – Aquaculture and Inland Fisheries Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Fish Farmer / Aquaculturist – Aquaculture and Inland Fisheries Ausbildung?

At least a Hauptschulabschluss (basic secondary school certificate) or Mittlere Reife (intermediate secondary school certificate).; Interest in biology, nature, and animals.; Physical fitness and resilience for outdoor work and lifting.; Sense of responsibility and diligence in handling living organisms..

Where can I find open Fish Farmer / Aquaculturist – Aquaculture and Inland Fisheries Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Fish Farmer / Aquaculturist – Aquaculture and Inland Fisheries

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.