Chief Operating Officers (COO) – Fertilizer & Waste to Renewable Energy

PT Talenta Eksekutif Asia (Matcha Talent); Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 450,000,000 - 550,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead their Fertilizer and Waste to Renewable Energy divisions. This role offers the opportunity to drive green transformation strategies and influence sustainability outcomes in agriculture and energy. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a background in manufacturing or clean energy, and a passion for innovation. Join a purpose-driven business where your contributions will have a significant impact on national sustainability efforts. This is a chance to work closely with visionary founders and strategic investors in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in manufacturing or clean energy with 3+ in senior operations.
• Strong knowledge of fertilizer production and waste to renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Develop plans for scaling production and revenue.
• Build high-performing teams and drive a culture of accountability.

Skills

Operational Leadership

Budgeting

KPI Tracking

Stakeholder Communication

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture

Bachelor’s degree in Energy

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management

Job description

Chief Operating Officers (COO) – Fertilizer & Waste to Renewable Energy

Established in 1990, our company has grown into a dynamic holding entity headquartered in Singapore, with operations spanning energy, property development, infrastructure, and sustainability. We manage coal assets, integrated logistics, and housing projects across Tangerang, Bekasi, and IKN. In line with our long-term vision, we are scaling two transformational businesses:

Organic Fertilizer, converting waste into environmentally friendly agri-inputs

Waste to Renewable Energy, focused on green fuel innovation and carbon reduction

These verticals are key pillars in our green transformation strategy, supported by food estates, carbon credit initiatives, and long-term investment backing.

The Role

As Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will lead both the Fertilizer and Waste to Renewable Energy divisions. This role is ideal for a results-oriented leader with cross-sector expertise in manufacturing, clean energy, and sustainable production. You will oversee plant operations, regulatory compliance, process improvement, team development, and strategic expansion.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Leadership
2. Oversee all factory and plant operations across both business units.
3. Build and implement SOPs, best practices, and safety standards.
4. Ensure full compliance with environmental and industrial regulations (EHS).
5. Strategic Planning & Growth
6. Develop division-wide plans for scaling production and revenue.
7. Partner with executive leadership to align sustainability and commercial goals.
8. Lead budgeting, cost control, and resource planning.
9. Technology & Process Innovation
10. Champion continuous improvement, automation, and digitalization.
11. Optimize biomass and organic waste conversion processes.
12. Lead innovation in product development and energy output.
13. Team Building & Performance
14. Build high-performing, cross-functional teams across sites.
15. Drive culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
16. Mentor mid-level managers to elevate leadership capacity.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Agriculture, Energy, or Industrial Management.
2. Minimum 8 years of experience in manufacturing or clean energy, with 3+ in senior operations leadership.
3. Strong knowledge of fertilizer production and/or Waste to Renewable Energy.
4. Experience managing early-stage business units or facility setups.
5. Excellent skills in budgeting, KPI tracking, and stakeholder communication.
6. Strong command of Indonesian regulatory standards (EHS, labor, compliance).
7. Willing to travel and be based in Indonesia (with site presence as needed).

Why Join Us?

Take full ownership of two green verticals in a purpose-driven business

Work closely with visionary founders and strategic investors

Influence national sustainability outcomes in agriculture and energy

Join a trusted holding company with proven growth across Southeast Asia

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