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Job Location: Estate
Job Type: Full Time
Job Section: Career
Senior Agronomist
Qualifications & Requirements:
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- Possess a Degree in Agronomy, Agriculture Science, Plantation Management or related field. (Master’s Degree is an added advantage)
- Minimum 8-10 years of experience in oil palm plantation, agronomy, or crop management, with proven leadership exposure
- Strong knowledge of crop management, soil science and plant nutrition is an added advantage
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Willing and able to work in various field conditions and travel to different estates locations as required
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Responsibilities:
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- Lead and oversee the Agronomy Unit of SOPB Group, providing technical direction and guidance to agronomists and estate teams
- Develop and implement long-term agronomic strategies to enhance FFB yield and overall plantation performance
- Formulate and monitor fertilizer programs based on soil and leaf analysis
- Oversee crop nutrition management, soil conservation, and implementation of best agronomic practices
- Analyse estate performance data (yield trends, rainfall, manuring efficiency) and recommend improvement measures
- Lead research trials, including field data collection, foliar and soil sampling, and evaluation of new planting materials and agronomic technologies
- Provide agronomy support to oil palm nurseries
- Deliver training and technical support to estate personnel on agronomy, nutrient management, pest and disease control
- Provide support and training on resolving issues related to pests and diseases in oil palm
- Prepare management reports and present agronomic performance updates to the Management
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