Veterinary Jobs in Nigeria

Job Summary

• The Site Supervisor / Veterinary Officer oversees daily livestock operations, staff supervision, and animal health management at the farm site.
  
• The role ensures proper animal care, treatment administration, biosecurity compliance, and operational reporting while ensuring all farm SOPs are followed by staff.
  
• The Site Supervisor / Veterinary Officer is responsible for managing daily farm operations, supervising farm attendants, ensuring animal welfare, and maintaining operational discipline.
  
• The role ensures farm processes follow established SOPs and that production, treatment, and operational records are properly maintained.
  

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily farm operations including feeding, watering, cleaning, and animal handling.
  
• Ensure all farm staff strictly follow their assigned Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  
• Monitor livestock health and identify early signs of disease or stress.
  
• Administer treatments, vaccinations, and medications as required.
  
• Maintain treatment records, mortality records, and daily observation reports.
  
• Supervise farm attendants and ensure tasks are properly completed.
  
• Enforce farm biosecurity protocols and hygiene procedures.
  
• Conduct daily farm inspections and report operational issues.
  
• Coordinate with the Storekeeper for feed, medication, and equipment requisitions.
  
• Verify and sign for farm deliveries before the Storekeeper takes custody of items.
  
• Prepare and submit operational reports to the Operations Manager.
  
• Ensure proper handling and welfare of animals at all times.
  
• Assist in training farm attendants on farm procedures and animal care.
  
• Support emergency response in cases of disease outbreaks or operational issues.
  

• Degree or Diploma in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Veterinary Technology, or related fields.
  

Experience:

• 2 - 4 years experience working in livestock or farm operations.
  
• Experience supervising farm workers is an advantage.
  
• Experience in livestock health management is preferred.
  

Skills:

• Livestock health management
  
• Farm operations supervision
  
• Disease identification and treatment administration
  
• Record keeping and farm reporting
  
• Staff supervision and task coordination
  
• Biosecurity and animal welfare management
  
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
  

Requirements

• Must be willing to work on-site at farm locations.
  
• Must be physically fit and able to work in farm environments.
  
• Must be available for emergency farm situations when required.
  
• Strong discipline and leadership ability.
  
• Basic computer or reporting skills for operational documentation.
  
• Ability to train and guide farm attendants.
  

Benefits