Assistant Estate Manager

FGV Holdings Berhad is Malaysia’s leading global agri-business and the world’s largest producer of Crude Palm Oil (CPO). FGV’s operations stretch across more than 10 countries in Asia, the Middle East, North America and Europe, and are focused on three main business sectors namely Plantation Sector, Logistics & Support Business (LSB) Sector and Sugar Sector. FGV is the world’s third biggest oil palm plantation operator, has the world’s largest bulking and storage facilities for vegetable oil and is Malaysia’s top refined sugar producer.

In line with our business expansion, we would like to invite qualified and candidates to fill the following position at Yapidmas Plantation

Job Description

• Supervise and ensure execution of daily field operations in accordance with work programs, monitor field performance against FFB yield, productivity, and quality targets, and report deviations to the Estate Manager.

• Support the Estate Manager in the preparation and monitoring of the estate annual budget, ensuring expenditures are within approved limits.

• Assist in monitoring and controlling operational costs by ensuring efficient use of labour, materials, and resources in line with budget.

• Ensure proper implementation of agronomic practices in accordance with Agronomist recommendations and monitor field conditions to ensure effectiveness of execution.

• Supervise the execution of replanting and nursery activities, where assigned, in accordance with operational plans and agronomic recommendations.

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of field data collection for reporting and operational planning purposes.

• Supervise workforce deployment, monitor worker productivity, and ensure discipline, attendance, and compliance with company policies.

• Ensure smooth execution of FFB harvesting and evacuation activities, and coordinate with relevant parties for timely delivery to the mill.

• Monitor estate infrastructure conditions, coordinate and take action on repair and maintenance works, and escalate major issues to the Estate Manager as required.

• Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and certification requirements (e.g., MSPO/RSPO) at the operational level.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures.

• Support the Estate Manager in reporting and resolving day-to-day operational issues.

• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Management from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND WORKING EXPERIENCE

Level of Education

• Degree/Diploma in Agriculture or related field.

Work Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years in plantation operations.

COMPETENCIES

• Nursery Management

• Replanting Management

• Immatures Estates

• Mature Estates

• Workers Management

• Coaching & Mentoring

• Influencing, Communication & Negotiations

• Estate Financial (Budget & Cost)

• Operational Excellence

• Stakeholders Management

Note:  Refer to Professional Competency Development for Plantation Management