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Black Soldier Fly - Farm Technician (Saudi Arabia)
Eram TalentKenyatta Road, Kiambu County, KE30+ days ago
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Job descriptionMinimum of 3 years’ experience in : Black Soldier Fly farming, OR Insect rearing (BSF, houseflies, silkworms, crickets), OR Entomology research projects involving live insects. Degree or diploma in Entomology, Agriculture, Animal Science, Biological Sciences , or related field. Strong understanding of insect biology, life cycles, and farm-level bioconversion systems. Ability to maintain detailed records and analyze biological or operational data. Experience working in tropical or sub-Saharan African climates is an added advantage. Comfortable working in farm / lab environments and managing organic waste.
We are seeking a highly experienced BSF Farm Technician or Entomology Technician with a minimum of 4 years in insect rearing, entomology research, or BSF production . The ideal candidate will support large-scale Black Soldier Fly farming operations focused on sustainable waste management and insect protein production.
Key Responsibilities :
- Oversee and execute daily operations of the BSF production unit, including egg collection, larvae rearing, and harvesting.
- Monitor and maintain optimal environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, substrate quality) for BSF life cycle stages.
- Develop and implement protocols for insect health, breeding efficiency, and waste-to-protein conversion.
- Analyze production data and prepare regular reports to improve yields and reduce mortality rates.
- Supervise junior technicians and provide on-the-job training.
- Collaborate with R&D teams on trials, feed formulation, and scaling innovations.
- Ensure biosecurity, hygiene, and workplace safety standards are consistently followed.
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Black Fly Farm Saudi • Kenyatta Road, Kiambu County, KE