Apiculture Field Coordinator FEATURED

ADC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ADC is seeking an experienced beekeeping operations supervisor in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role involves coordinating daily field operations across all apiary locations, planning seasonal activities, and overseeing health and productivity of bee colonies.

You will lead field teams, ensure hive and equipment maintenance, and manage records and safety compliance. Applicants should have a Bachelor's or Diploma in Agriculture/Apiculture/Animal or Environmental Science with 3–5 years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in agriculture, apiculture, animal science, environmental science, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in commercial beekeeping or apiary operations.
• Strong knowledge of bee biology, colony management, honey production, and pollination practices.
• Experience supervising field teams is preferred.
• Valid driving license (preferred for field travel).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee daily field operations across all apiary locations.
• Plan seasonal beekeeping activities including hive inspections, feeding, colony splitting, queen replacement, and honey harvesting.
• Monitor bee colony health and identify diseases, pests and other risks, implementing appropriate treatment and preventive measures.
• Ensure proper maintenance of beehives, equipment, and apiary infrastructure.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to field beekeepers and apiary assistants.
• Coordinate transportation and placement of hives for honey production and crop pollination services.
• Maintain accurate records of hive inventory, colony performance, honey yields, treatments, and field activities.
• Monitor environmental conditions affecting bee health and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity, environmental, and occupational health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate procurement requests for beekeeping equipment, feed, medications, and consumables.
• Conduct regular field inspections and prepare operational reports for management.
• Train field personnel on best beekeeping practices, hive management, and safety procedures.
• Liaise with farmers, landowners, and stakeholders regarding apiary placement and pollination activities.
• Support research and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and sustainability.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained for honey harvesting, extraction, storage, and handling.
• Respond to emergency situations affecting apiaries, including disease outbreaks, adverse weather, or colony losses.

Skills

Bee biology

Colony management

Honey production

Pollination practices

Field supervision

Biosecurity/compliance

Record keeping

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture/Apiculture/Animal Science/Environmental Science

Diploma in related field

Job description

• Coordinate and oversee daily field operations across all apiary locations.
• Plan seasonal beekeeping activities, including hive inspections, feeding, colony splitting, queen replacement, and honey harvesting.
• Monitor bee colony health and identify diseases, pests (e.g., Varroa mites), and other risks, implementing appropriate treatment and preventive measures.
• Ensure proper maintenance of beehives, equipment, and apiary infrastructure.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to field beekeepers and apiary assistants.
• Coordinate the transportation and placement of hives for honey production and crop pollination services.
• Maintain accurate records of hive inventory, colony performance, honey yields, treatments, and field activities.
• Monitor environmental conditions affecting bee health and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity, environmental, and occupational health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate procurement requests for beekeeping equipment, feed, medications, and consumables.
• Conduct regular field inspections and prepare operational reports for management.
• Train field personnel on best beekeeping practices, hive management, and safety procedures.
• Liaise with farmers, landowners, and stakeholders regarding apiary placement and pollination activities.
• Support research and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and sustainability.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained for honey harvesting, extraction, storage, and handling.
• Respond to emergency situations affecting apiaries, including disease outbreaks, adverse weather, or colony losses.

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Agriculture, Apiculture, Animal Science, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in commercial beekeeping or apiary operations.
• Strong knowledge of bee biology, colony management, honey production, and pollination practices.
• Experience supervising field teams is preferred.
• Familiarity with pest and disease management in apiculture.
• Valid driving license (preferred for field travel).