Farm Manager at Jentan Fish Hatchery & Farms Limited - Brilliant Performance Solutions Limited

Brilliant Performance Solutions Limited - Our client, Jentan Fish Hatchery & Farms Limited is a fully integrated, technology-driven commercial aquaculture company operating 100% Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) production for premium fish cultivation, hatchery operations, fish processing, and aquaculture technical services. The company operates intensive, controlled-environment aquaculture systems supported by strict biosecurity protocols, advanced water treatment technologies, and performance-driven commercial aquaculture management. It has a current production capacity of 500 tonnes of fish per year, with scalable infrastructure designed for future expansion.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Farm Manager

Location: Ozubulu, Ekwusigo LGA - Anambra
Company: Jentan Fish Hatchery & Farms Limited
Industry: Fisheries / Commercial Recirculating Aquaculture (RAS)

Job Description

• The Farm Manager (RAS Operations) will oversee all technical and operational aspects of a 100% Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) fish production facility, including production planning, water quality system oversight, staff supervision, biosecurity enforcement, and achievement of production and performance targets.

Key Responsibilities
RAS System Operations Oversight:

• Supervise daily operation of RAS filtration and recirculation systems
• Monitor biofilter performance and nitrification stability
• Oversee dissolved oxygen management and emergency response readiness
• Ensure stable ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate control
• Work closely with RAS technicians on system optimization

Production Management:

• Manage feeding schedules based on biomass and water quality capacity
• Monitor growth performance and fish health
• Maintain survival rate targets and production KPIs

Biosecurity & Risk Control:

• Enforce strict biosecurity protocols
• Prevent disease introduction and spread
• Oversee quarantine procedures

Staff & Operations Leadership:

• Supervise farm technical staff and operations team
• Train staff on RAS operational discipline
• Enforce SOP and emergency response compliance

Reporting & Performance Monitoring:

• Maintain detailed production and water quality records
• Track feed usage, FCR, mortality, and production output
• Provide weekly production and system performance reports

Key Performance Indicators

• Survival Rate Performance
• RAS Water Parameter Stability
• Biofilter Performance Stability
• Feed Conversion Efficiency (FCR)
• Production Target Achievement

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Aquaculture, Fisheries, or related field.

Experience (Mandatory):

• 3–5 years of commercial fish farm management experience
• Demonstrated experience working in RAS or intensive controlled aquaculture systems
• Strong practical knowledge of water quality management in high-density systems

Technical Competencies:

• Nitrification cycle management
• Biofilter bacterial performance monitoring
• RAS mechanical filtration and recirculation systems
• Oxygenation and aeration systems
• Water chemistry monitoring.

Compensation

• Highly competitive salary based on RAS experience and technical capability.
• Performance-based incentives tied to production and system performance may apply.
• Accommodation will be provided.

Application Closing Date
17th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, Cover Letter, and Relevant Certifications to: norbangel@gmail.com and bphotjobs@gmail.com or jobmasters2020@gmail.com using "Application – Farm Manager (RAS Operations)" as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.