Responsibilities
Develop and implement best-practice agronomic strategies for oil palm cultivation, from nursery to harvest.
Supervise planting programs, spacing, field layout, and plantation maintenance across all estates.
Monitor crop health and respond to pest, disease, and nutrient deficiencies with evidence-based interventions.
Conduct regular soil and leaf sampling and analysis.
Formulate and supervise fertilizer programs tailored to field-specific needs.
Ensure efficient nutrient application and soil improvement strategies.
Design and manage integrated pest and disease control programs.
Implement sustainable weed control strategies and herbicide safety protocols.
Establish and monitor yield targets per hectare.
Supervise bunch census and provide accurate yield forecasts.
Ensure timely harvesting and efficient evacuation of Fresh Fruit Bunches (FFB) to the mill.
Plan and maintain field roads, drainage, and other essential infrastructure.
Supervise use and maintenance of plantation equipment and mechanization tools.
Manage plantation logistics in coordination with mill and transport teams.
Ensure all agricultural practices comply with local environmental regulations.
Promote reforestation, biodiversity protection, and sustainable land use.
Lead certification processes and stakeholder audits.
Design and conduct regular training programs to upgrade team capabilities.
Monitor Labor productivity and enforce HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards.
Integrate digital tools (GIS, drones, ERP systems) into plantation monitoring and planning.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agriculture Engineering, or related field.
Master's or Ph.D. Degree in Agriculture, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
Minimum 8 - 10 years of experience in Agricultural management.
Proven track record of success in Agricultural operations.
Experience in leading cross-functional teams.
Familiarity with Agricultural industry trends and best practices.
Desirable Certifications:
Certified Professional Agronomist (CPA).
Certified Crop Advisor (CCA).
Certified Agricultural Consultant (CAC).
Other relevant agricultural certification