Feeder

JOB DESCRIPTION – Feeder

Reports to: Grow Out Supervisor

Department: Lake Operations

Grade:   GW

JOB OVERVIEW:

Responsible for feeding fish and achieving a target size with maximum growth and Survival rates.

KEY DUTIES

• Feeding fish on a daily basis in line with supervisor’s instructions.
• Monitor the feeding behaviour and general health of the fish as well as reporting any irregularities to the supervisor.
• Collect and accurately record mortalities.
• Correct disposal of mortalities on a daily basis.
• Ensure that mortality buckets and Nets are properly Sanitized on a daily basis.
• Scoop nets must be maintained and kept properly every after use.
• Ensure that all nets are secured to the cage frame properly.
• Ensure all equipment is kept neat and tidy at all time.
• Make requests for the required quantity of feed for the following days feeding.
• Maintain a neat and tidy work area.
• Record feed and mortalities accurately into the carbon copy book at every end of the day.
• Accountability of every bag of feed received and fed.
• Adhere to the established Company’s health and safety policies.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor / Line Manager.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in Fisheries Management and Technologies.
• 1 year experience with cage farming in beneficial
• Ability to swim and be comfortable on water.
• Ability to solve and do simple math calculations.
• Good Communication skills including reading and writing Skills.
• Highly self-motivated and working with minimal supervision.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

1. Hardworking, capable of being involved in farming operations
2. Should be honest
3. Must be able to work in a team environment and interact well with others.