JOB DESCRIPTION – WATER SUPPLY & CONTROL TECHNICIAN
Reports to: Hatchery Hardware Supervisor
Division: Production
Department: Lake Operations
Grade: General Worker
Direct Reports: None
Job Overview:
Manages the intake, flow, and distribution of water across ponds and cages, ensuring optimal water conditions for fish growth while minimizing wastage and environmental impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain pumps, valves, and water channels.
- Monitoring water flow rates and utilization in the hatchery.
- Monitor water levels in ponds
- Coordinate with aeration and dredging teams to maintain pond conditions.
- Record and report water supply activities and incidents.
- Implement water conservation measures in line with sustainability practices.
- Follow safety protocols when handling pumps, valves, and water channels.
- Report hazards, leaks, or unsafe working conditions.
- Ensure safe water handling practices to prevent contamination.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the line manager
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Certificate in water management, fisheries and aquaculture or related fields
- Experience in water management or irrigation systems.
- Knowledge of pump operation, plumbing, and basic hydraulics.
- Understanding of aquaculture water requirements.
- Ability to work outdoors and under physically demanding conditions.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please send the application, CV & academic documents as one pdf document to: [email protected], clearly specifying the job position in the subject line. The closing date for receiving applications is 13th October 2025.
“Recruitment will be on rolling basis”
Yalelo Uganda is an equal opportunities employer. All candidates who meet the requirements are highly encouraged to apply. Yalelo Uganda doesn’t solicit any monies at any stage of the recruitment process.
