Poultry Breeding & Hatchery Technician

ADC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ADC in the United Arab Emirates is seeking experienced personnel to support poultry breeding operations, egg collection, hatchery tasks, animal health and biosecurity, and facility upkeep. This role involves hands-on husbandry, monitoring bird welfare, assisting vaccination programs, and maintaining precise records.

Qualified candidates will have 2–4 years in poultry farming or related fields and hold a relevant diploma or certificate.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agriculture, Veterinary Technology, or a related field.
• High School Diploma with relevant poultry experience may also be considered.
• 2–4 years of experience in poultry breeding, hatchery operations, poultry farming, or animal husbandry.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily husbandry activities for breeder flocks, including feeding, watering, and routine inspections.
• Monitor bird health, behavior, and productivity, reporting abnormalities to supervisor or veterinarian.
• Support breeding programs by managing mating groups, breeder selection, and flock rotation.
• Maintain appropriate stocking densities and housing conditions.
• Collect, inspect, grade, and store hatching eggs; assist with incubation, candling, and chick handling.
• Record egg production, fertility, hatchability, and chick performance data; ensure sanitation and biosecurity.

Skills

Poultry farming

Animal husbandry

Biosecurity

Record keeping

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Poultry Science

High School Diploma with poultry experience

Job description

ADC in the United Arab Emirates is seeking experienced personnel to support poultry breeding operations, egg collection, hatchery tasks, animal health and biosecurity, and facility upkeep. This role involves hands-on husbandry, monitoring bird welfare, assisting vaccination programs, and maintaining precise records.

Qualified candidates will have 2–4 years in poultry farming or related fields and hold a relevant diploma or certificate.