Jacob Chipwalu
Fisheries and Aquaculture
lusaka,09
Summary
High-performing professional with integrity and leadership skills. Applies knowledge and abilities to positively impact organization. Flexible in different situations and dynamic conditions. Works great under deadlines. Knowledgeable about aquaculture lab equipment, as well as physical, chemical, and biological analyses of fish.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Aquaculture Technician and Hatchery Manager
Msekese fisheries ltd
lusaka
10.2020 - Current
- Maintained water quality and monitored environmental conditions in aquaculture systems.
- Conducted routine inspections of fish stocks for signs of disease or stress.
- Assisted in feeding programs to ensure optimal fish growth and health.
- Collaborated with team members to implement best practices in fish husbandry.
- Recorded data on fish growth, feed usage, and water parameters accurately.
- Supported breeding programs by managing spawning activities and egg incubation.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures in aquaculture facilities.
- Assisted in setting up and maintaining aquaculture systems, including monitoring water chemistry, oxygen levels, and other parameters.
- Performed daily tasks such as feeding fish, cleaning tanks, and testing water quality.
- Documented results from experiments conducted at the facility in a timely manner, which include sampling, preparing specimens, documenting results in graphical form, sample preparation, and biomass analysis.
- Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
- Examined animals to detect illness, injury, or disease either physically or by dissection.
Biosecurity officer and data analyst
Msekese fisheries ltd
lusaka
10.2017 - Current
- Managed daily operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
- Implemented new technologies to enhance workplace productivity levels.
- Represented the organization at external events and conferences.
- Enforced compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- Monitored and reported on operational performance metrics.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Provided data-driven solutions to support decision making.
- Prepared detailed reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries And Aquaculture
Copperbelt University
Copperbelt Province06-2021
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Data analysis
- Quality control
- Report preparation
- Performance monitoring
- Aquaculture management
- Water quality management
- Fish husbandry practices
- Fish health monitoring
- Hatchery operations
- Stock assessment
- Growth monitoring
- Fish nutrition
- Report writing
- Teamwork and communication
Reference
- Mr. Hacking. Managing Director of Msekese Fisheries Ltd, 096-499-4353
- Dr. Nsonga. Former Copperbelt University lecturer 097-800-6280
- Mr. Musuka. Copperbelt University lecturer 096-454-5681
Timeline
Aquaculture Technician and Hatchery Manager
Msekese fisheries ltd
10.2020 - Current
Biosecurity officer and data analyst
Msekese fisheries ltd
10.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries And Aquaculture
Copperbelt University