Job Title: Feed Quality Technician
Organisation: Yalelo Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Yalelo (U) Limited is a tilapia fish farm that was established in Uganda in 2019. The farm is located in Butembe, Buikwe district on the shores of Lake Victoria. Yalelo Uganda is a subsidiary of First Wave Group B.V; a Dutch company with a portfolio of aquaculture related assets in Africa. First Wave Group owns and operates Yalelo Zambia, a pioneer of Aquaculture founded in 2011 that has grown quickly to become the leading fish farm in Zambia and among the largest aquaculture farms in Africa.
Job Summary: The Feed Quality Technician is responsible for Inspecting, sampling, testing, and documenting feed quality to ensure compliance with company standards. The role supports laboratory operations by conducting physical and proximate analyses, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring proper laboratory housekeeping.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Feed Inspection & Sampling
- Inspect feed upon arrival for physical quality parameters such as durability, color, odor, contamination, and general condition.
- Collect feed samples from trucks according to established sampling procedures.
- Report any deviations or non-conformities to the Laboratory Team Lead in a timely manner.
Laboratory Testing & Analysis
- Conduct physical and proximate analyses including Floatability, bulk density, buoyancy, moisture, crude protein, fat, ash, fiber, and other required parameters.
- Ensure testing procedures follow approved SOPs and quality standards.
- Record and verify results accurately before submission for review.
Data Management & Reporting
- Enter laboratory results accurately into approved databases and reporting systems.
- Prepare routine feed quality reports for review by the Laboratory Team Lead.
- Maintain organized and traceable laboratory records for audits and reference.
Laboratory Housekeeping & Stock Management
- Maintain cleanliness, order, and safety within the laboratory.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of samples and reagents.
- Monitor laboratory consumables and notify the Team Lead when stock replenishment is required.
- Conduct calibration and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries & Aquaculture, Veterinary Medicine, Zoology, Animal Science, or a related field.
- 1–3 years’ experience in laboratory work, feed quality control, or aquaculture operations is an added advantage.
- Basic understanding of feed quality parameters and laboratory procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good data entry and record-keeping skills.
- Basic laboratory analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
How to Apply:
Please send the application, CV & academic documents as one pdf document to: careers@yalelo.ug, clearly specifying the job position in the subject line. The closing date for receiving applications is 22nd May 2026.
Deadline: 22d May 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36