Agronomist, Oil Palm Research

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.