Poultry Farm Superintendence Intern

Company Overview: ECO SPREW KUKU is an indigenous company located in Konza city of Machakos County. We are specialized in poultry production, growth and sale of fresh produce targeted for the domestic and export markets.

We seek to hire an an experienced Poultry Farm Superintendent who will be in charge of the production processes as well as general management.

Location: [Konza – Machakos County]

Responsibilities:

• Learn all aspects of poultry farming, including feed management, flock management, biosecurity, and farm maintenance.

• Assist with the care and management of poultry flocks, including monitoring and maintaining bird health and welfare, and collecting eggs.

• Assist with the implementation of biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of disease within the flock and farm.

• Assist with the maintenance of the poultry farm, including cleaning and sanitizing barns and equipment, repairing and maintaining equipment, and managing waste disposal.

• Assist with record-keeping and data management related to poultry flock management, including feed and water consumption, egg production, and bird health.

• Learn and implement food safety practices and ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.

• Participate in training programs and attend industry conferences to continue learning about best practices in poultry farming.

• Ensure that farm activities comply with government regulations

• Monitor animal health and welfare, including liaising with vets

• Maintaining a knowledge of pests and diseases and an understanding of how they spread and how to treat them

• Ensure animal products are ready for deadlines, such as markets

• Ensure health and safety standards across the farm estate are followed

• Arranging the maintenance and repair of farm buildings, machinery and equipment

• Ensuring productive and engaged production team by employing suitable and acceptable human resources practices

• To ensure attainment of plans that support strategic direction by developing, implementing and evaluation of the business plans, operating budgets and strategic plans from time to time

• To safeguard both company’s physical and intangible assets by instituting proper internal control systems and procedures

• To ensure the Directors are informed on the animals performance through provision of quality periodic reports

• To ensure proper management of the company’s projects through carrying out their monitoring and evaluation

• Budgeting and maintaining accurate financial records

• Carry out any other roles assigned by the Management from time to time

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Interest in agriculture and specifically poultry farming.

• Ability to learn and apply new knowledge quickly and effectively.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job, including lifting and carrying heavy objects.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

This is an excellent opportunity to learn and develop skills in the poultry farming industry. If you are a dedicated and hardworking individual who is interested in a career in agriculture, we encourage you to apply for this position. Please submit your resume and