Poultry Technician at Roostline Farms
Roostline Farms is shaping the future of poultry hatchery operations in Nigeria. We blend cutting-edge technology with proven agricultural expertise to deliver premium day-old chicks with unmatched health, consistency, and performance.
Our vision goes beyond hatching. We are building a fully integrated ecosystem powered by sustainable infrastructure, advanced breeder management, and smart hatchery technology, ensuring efficiency, biosecurity, and long-term value for farmers nationwide. Currently in our construction and systems integration phase, our state-of-the-art facility is designed to set new standards for innovation, reliability, and sustainability in Nigerian poultry farming.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Poultry Technician
Location: Gwagwalada, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Responsibilities
- Monitor breeder flocks daily to ensure bird health, welfare, and production performance.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot farm equipment (feeders, drinkers, ventilation, lighting, and egg collection systems).
- Perform routine electrical and mechanical maintenance on automated poultry housing and control systems.
- Assist with egg collection, handling, and quality checks.
- Prior work with major poultry producers (e.g., Zartech, Amo, Chi Farms, Olam, or international equivalents)
- Maintain accurate flock records, including egg production, mortality, and feed consumption.
- Support vaccination, biosecurity, and flock health programs under farm management direction.
- Ensure compliance with animal welfare, health, and safety standards.
- Collaborate with the farm manager on continuous improvement and preventative maintenance schedules.
Requirements
- Degree or Diploma in Agriculture, Animal Science, or related technical field (Mechanical/Electrical). Relevant hands-on experience in poultry farm operations may substitute for formal education.
- Minimum 2 – 3 years of experience in poultry breeder operations (preferred) or commercial poultry farming.
- Strong hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with automated poultry housing systems is highly desired.
- Ability to work with modern farm control systems (ventilation, feeding, and climate control).
- Attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, and proactive work ethic.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and live near the farm site if required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Accommodation on-site (if required).
- Opportunity to grow within a fast-scaling agribusiness.
- Hands-on experience with modern breeder farm equipment and housing technology.
Application Closing Date
31st October, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: boluwatife@roostlinefarms.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
