Animal Health Technician (12 Months Contract) at Country Bird Holdings Ltd (CBH)

Job Advert Summary    

• Supreme Poultry’s Agri Division is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Animal Health Technician to support the Veterinarian and farm management teams in maintaining optimal poultry health and biosecurity standards across breeder operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with DALRRD requirements for Avian Influenza (AI) vaccination, conducting regular sampling and postmortems, and contributing to proactive disease prevention and control measures.

Minimum Requirements    
Skills & Knowledge:

• Poultry health and disease management.
• Poultry anatomy and physiology.
• Biosecurity principles and application.
• Sample collection and laboratory procedures.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data tracking and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications, registrations & experience:

• Diploma in Animal Health Technology
• Valid SAVC registration (mandatory)
• 2 years experience as an Animal Health Technician
• Advantage will be given to candidates with experience in the poultry industry
• Valid driver's license and own transportation is essential in this role

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Conduct regular postmortems and health inspections on breeder birds.
• Perform and coordinate sampling (blood, organs, swabs, etc.) and ensure timely submission of samples to laboratories.
• Assist with and audit AI vaccination processes to ensure compliance with DALRRD standards.
• Monitor and analyse production and health indicators to identify early signs of disease.
• Conduct on-farm biosecurity audits and support compliance through inspections and reporting.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of animal health, sampling, and vaccination activities.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to the company Veterinarian and farm management teams.
• Perform ad hoc duties as required.

Deadline:12th November,2025