Agronomist
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Job Descriptions
1. Crop Management & Improvement
• Monitor oil palm growth, yield, and overall health for all estates under Palmhead Group
• Develop and implement best practices for plantation management, including planting, pruning, manuring, and pest/disease control.
• Conduct soil fertility assessments and recommend proper soil management practices.
2. Fertilizer Recommendation & Manuring Schedule
• Develop & propose fertilizer recommendations based on soil and leaf analysis
• Plan and implement manuring schedule to ensure optimal nutrient supply for different growth stage of oil palm
• Monitor fertilizer application and adjust recommendations based on crop performance and environmental conditions
3. Pest & Disease Management
• Identify pest and disease outbreaks and develop integrated pest management strategies
• Monitor and control the spread of pest and disease by implementing control measures
4. Nursery Support
• Provide agronomy advice and support to oil palm nurseries including seedling management, fertilizer application, pest & disease control to ensure healthy seedling growth for transplanting
5. Others
• Compile and analyze agronomic data including rainfall, soil health, crop growth and yield trends
• Prepare regular reports on crop condition and plantation performance for top management
• Provide training and technical guidance to field staff on agronomic practices and ensure effective implementation in the field
• Conduct regular field visits and agronomic audits to evaluate the plantation performance and recommend improvements.
• Duties and responsibilities of Agronomist shall not be limited to the above mentioned and shall be subjected to additional task as assigned/ delegated by the Management/ Immediate Superior from time to time.
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Job Requirements
• Possess at least Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Science, Agronomy, Plant Science or other related field
• 8 – 10 years experience in relevant field
• Strong knowledge of crop management, soil science, plant nutrition and pest management
• Strong research, decision making, critical thinking and problem solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills