Black Soldier Fly Farm Technician (saudi Arabia)

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

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.
Requirements
Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Minimum 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.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1544752
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
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