He / She is responsible in the implementation, monitoring of the various agronomist standards as well as the carrying out quality control audits. This position requires basic knowledge of palm oil taxonomy, cultivation & management to obtain sustainable yields
Job Description
We are seeking for an Agronomy Assistant Manager (Agronomist) to base in our Sook, Keningau, Sabah plantation.
Job Responsibilities:
Manage the implementation of Good Agronomics Practices (GAP) for estates.
Provide training and technical advisory services for Sabah Plantation
Carrying out annual leaf, soil and fertiliser sampling as per requirement
Conduct quality control check, troubleshooting field research experiment for oil palm yield improvement.
Assisting in planning and monitoring on Integrated Pest Management, manuring recommendation, fertilizer, agrochemical and any agronomy trial
Updating and producing Agriculture Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
Carrying out statistical analysis of various agronomic parameters and not just limited to yield, leave analysis or vegetative growth measurement.
Requirements:
Candidate must possess at least a Diploma/ Degree in Agricultural Science / Biotechnology /
Microbiology or any other related field.
Having about 1-2 years experience in advisory work with an established research unit will be ideal. However, fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
Experience in field research and knowledge in oil palm and sustainable agriculture will be an added advantage.
Good interpersonal and communication skills and able to work independently.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal and IT skills.
Knowledge and field implementation of GPS/GIS or precision agriculture is an advantage.
Willing to learn, self-motivated, lots of initiative and have high degree of discipline.
Willing to work and live in plantation environment.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
The successful candidate can look forward to joining a fast-growing company and career advancement potential and an attractive annual package to commensurate his/her track record, qualification and experience. If you meet the above requirements, please apply online to: