Farmer

Job summary

We are seeking to hire a Farmer (Maggot Production Officer) to join our team.

Min Qualification: OND Experience Level: Entry level Experience Length: 2 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Abeokuta & Ogun State, Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day production of maggots.
• Prepare and maintain suitable substrates for maggot production.
• Monitor the production environment and breeding conditions.
• Maintain hygiene throughout the production process.
• Monitor the growth and development of maggots.
• Harvest and process maggots according to farm procedures.
• Maintain production records.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of production materials.
• Monitor production output and identify issues affecting yield.
• Follow farm hygiene, safety, and biosecurity procedures.
• Support continuous improvement of the maggot production process.

Requirements:

• Practical knowledge of maggot production.
• Minimum qualification: OND in any of the following: Animal Nutrition, Animal Production & Health, and Microbiology.
• Understanding of biological production processes.
• Good hygiene and sanitation practices.
• Ability to monitor production cycles.
• Attention to detail.
• Good record-keeping ability.
• Ability to work in a farm production environment.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow established production procedures.
• Previous practical experience in maggot production is required.
• Candidates with practical experience in insect-based animal feed production will be an advantage.