Aquaculture Hatchery Technician (Tilapia/Catfish)

Agriculture, Fishing & Forestry

K sh 80,000 – 130,000 gross / month

Openings: 1 Location: Nairobi – Athi River Interchange (Namanga Rd access, metro belt) Overview: It’s not just water and fish; it’s a living ecosystem under your watch. As a Hatchery Technician, you’ll manage the delicate choreography of spawning, incubation, and fry nursing for a fast-scaling tilapia and catfish operation just outside Nairobi. Every parameter matters: oxygen balance, pH stability, feed schedules, and tight biosecurity that keeps disease at bay. You’ll work hands-on across broodstock tanks, incubators, and nursing systems, balancing precision with hustle. The hatchery runs on data and discipline; logs, test kits, and dashboards are as essential as your instincts. Our client prides itself on consistent survival rates and traceable, audit-ready records, so attention to detail isn’t optional; it’s the culture. Expect rotational shifts, on-site meals, and real ownership of results. Suppose you’ve ever wanted to see your technical skill literally come to life in thousands of thriving fry. In that case, this role provides a clear growth path toward Hatchery Supervisor and, ultimately, Aquaculture Manager. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain broodstock health; manage spawning protocols. - Monitor water quality (DO, ammonia, temp, pH); log and correct. - Operate incubators/nursing tanks; grade and count fry. - Enforce biosecurity and quarantine; manage visitors and footbaths. - Plan feed schedules and stocking densities; track survival and growth. Education & Experience: - BSc Fisheries/Aquaculture (JKUAT, Kisii, Egerton) or Diploma + 2–3 yrs hatchery work. Skills & Tools: - Water chemistry, aeration systems, biosecurity SOPs, and careful records. KPIs: - Hatch rate, fry survival %, FCR, disease incidents. Compensation (Kenya): KES 80,000–130,000 + shift allowance + performance bonus. Figures are client estimates and vary with experience. Benefits: - Medical, meals on shift, PPE. Growth Path: - Senior Hatchery Tech → Hatchery Supervisor → Aquaculture Manager. Ideal promotion cycle.