Pig Unit Supervisor Job Vacancy at Davinton Holdings – November 2026

Organization: Davinton Holdings Company Limited
Location: Kahama, Shinyanga, Tanzania
Job Category: Agriculture
Job Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 31 December 2026

Pig Unit Supervisor

Davinton Holdings Company Limited
Integrity | Growth | Excellence

Background

Davinton Holdings Company Limited invites applications from qualified, experienced and practical professionals to support its sisal plantation project at Mapojoni, Tanga, and its integrated mixed farming project at Kahama, Tanzania.

The integrated farm will comprise cattle, goats, poultry and pigs, supported by crop cultivation, pasture, grazing and fodder production.

The company seeks a practical Pig Unit Supervisor to manage daily piggery operations and ensure proper herd management, feeding, breeding, farrowing, hygiene and production monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily feeding, watering, cleaning and handling of pigs.

• Monitor herd condition, growth, breeding, farrowing and piglet care.

• Ensure appropriate pig housing, sanitation, ventilation and animal welfare.

• Maintain records of pig numbers, births, deaths, breeding, treatments, feed consumption and sales.

• Identify and promptly report sick or injured animals to the Veterinary Officer.

• Monitor feed consumption and minimise wastage.

• Supervise pig-unit attendants and ensure farm procedures are followed.

• Carry out routine checks and minor upkeep of pig housing and basic equipment within one’s competence, and report major repair requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Certificate, Diploma or degree in Animal Production, Livestock Management, Agriculture or a related field.

• Practical experience in pig production and piggery management.

• Knowledge of pig feeding, breeding, farrowing, piglet care, housing and hygiene.

• Ability to supervise workers and maintain accurate livestock records.

General Employment and Operating Arrangements

1. Livestock Units

The Cattle & Goat, Poultry and Pig Unit Supervisors manage daily activities within their respective units. The Veterinary Officer retains professional responsibility for veterinary decisions and animal-health programmes.

2. Maintenance

Each unit supervisor undertakes routine checks and minor upkeep within their competence. Specialised or major maintenance will be outsourced when required. No permanent Farm Maintenance Technician is being recruited initially.

3. General Staffing

Farm attendants and labourers will be engaged according to actual workload and operational requirements. They are not included as separate fixed vacancies in this advert.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

1. An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).

2. A cover letter clearly indicating the position applied for.

3. Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.

4. Details of relevant practical experience.

5. Professional references, where applicable.

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted by email using the details below:

Application Email: info@davintonholdings.com

Email Subject: Application – Pig Unit Supervisor – Kahama

Application Deadline: 31 December 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

About Davinton Holdings Company Limited

Davinton Holdings Company Limited is undertaking agricultural development projects in Tanzania, including a sisal plantation project at Mapojoni, Tanga, and an integrated mixed farming project at Kahama. The mixed farming project will combine cattle, goats, poultry and pig production with crop cultivation, pasture, grazing and fodder production.