Staff Agronomist

Kebun Unedo Martabe; Sumatera Utara; On-site; IDR 120,000,000 - 180,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Kebun Unedo Martabe in North Sumatra seeks a dedicated agronomist to lead coffee cultivation from planting through harvesting. You will focus on maximizing yield, optimizing plant health, and implementing modern agronomy practices in challenging tropical conditions.

The role requires hands-on field work, data analysis, and collaboration with teams to develop nutrient plans, pest control strategies, and irrigation scheduling. Experience with coffee and soil science is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences (plant science, soil & water management) or related fields.
• 1-3 years of coffee cultivation experience focusing on plant protection.
• Proficiency with irrigation systems.
• Strong knowledge of soil and plant principles.
• Computer proficiency, MS Office and diagnostic software.
• Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Focus on coffee plant cultivation from planting to harvesting.
• Maximize agricultural productivity and optimal plant growth.
• Develop planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques to improve yields.
• Study soil, water, and factors affecting growth.
• Visit fields to collect seeds, plants, and soil samples.
• Create nutrition plans for fertilizer applications based on soil tests.
• Test samples for nutrient deficiencies or diseases.
• Develop pest control plans using chemical, biological, or tech methods.
• Record plant growth and environmental condition data.

Skills

Agronomy

Pest control

Irrigation systems

Soil & water management

Fertilization planning

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences

Tools

MS Office

Diagnostic software

Job description

• Focus on coffee plant cultivation, from planting and fertilizing to harvesting.
• Ensure that the plants grow in optimal conditions and that agricultural productivity is maximized.
• Develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques to improve crop yields.
• Study soil, water, and other factors that affect plant growth.
• Conduct quality control for seed caliber and soil standards.
• Visit fields to collect samples of seeds, plants, and soil.
• Create nutrition plans to schedule fertilizer applications based on soil testing.
• Test samples for nutrient deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
• Develop treatment plans using chemical, biological, or technological methods (e.g., precision weeding) to keep plants free from pests and weeds.
• Evaluate and improve seed quality.
• Develop planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.
• Record information on plant growth and environmental conditions.

• Willing to be placed in North Tapanuli, North Sumatra, and travel out of town when required.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences such as plant science, soil and water management, genetic and nutritional agriculture, biotechnology, or related fields.
• 1-3 years of experience in coffee cultivation with a specific focus on plant protection methodology
• Proficiency in operating and managing various irrigation systems
• Expertise in Agronomy, including fertilization and pest control.
• Skilled in applying efficient farming methods.
• Strong attention to detail.
• In-depth knowledge of soil and plant principles.
• Computer proficiency, especially in MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Strong decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent active listening and communication skills.