Black Soldier Fly - Farm Technician

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.

• 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,
  • Insect rearing (BSF, houseflies, silkworms, crickets),
  • 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.