Agronomist, Oil Palm Research

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Job Description:
To conduct oil palm trials to improve agronomic and agricultural practices.
Plans and provides fertiliser application programme and recommendation for oil palm for SD Guthrie estates.
Advises the estates on the good agronomic practices for yield improvement.
Provides training/clinics in various agronomic aspects for executive and non-executive staff of estate operation.
To assist immediate superior in the data gathering and compilation for advisory services.
Plans and supervises oil palm and foliar sampling work.
To conduct and implement sustainability practices in the estate.
To carry out any other task or project instructed by superior as and when requested.
Job Requirement
Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Science, Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Plant Science, or a related discipline.
Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply; candidates with up to two years of relevant experience may also be considered.
Basic knowledge of agronomy, soil fertility, plant nutrition, fertiliser management, field experimentation, and sustainable agricultural practices.
Internship, research, or fieldwork exposure in oil palm, plantation agriculture, soil or foliar sampling, crop monitoring, or agricultural data collection is an advantage.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; exposure to statistical, GIS, GPS, or digital field data collection tools is advantageous.
Good written and verbal communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
Analytical, detail-oriented, proactive, and able to maintain accurate field and research records.
Able to work independently with guidance and collaborate effectively with research, estate, and operational teams.
Willing to undertake regular fieldwork, travel to estates or research locations, and work under tropical outdoor conditions.
Committed to complying with the company’s safety, health, environmental, and operational requirements.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role.