Agronomist, Oil Palm Research

Sdguthrie International; Selangor; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

SD Guthrie International on Carey Island, Selangor, Malaysia, seeks an Agronomist to run oil palm trials, plan fertiliser schedules, and advise on crop nutrition and sustainable practices. You will train estate staff, assist in data collection, and support field operations in a tropical plantation environment.

Fresh graduates are welcome; a degree in agriculture-related fields plus strong data collection or GIS exposure is valued. Willingness to travel to estates and work outdoors is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline required.
• Fresh graduates encouraged; up to 2 years relevant experience considered.
• Basic knowledge of agronomy, soil fertility, plant nutrition, fertiliser management, field experimentation, and sustainable practices.
• Internship/research/fieldwork exposure in oil palm or plantation agriculture is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct oil palm trials to improve agronomic practices.
• Plan and provide fertiliser application programmes for oil palm estates.
• Advise estates on good agronomic practices for yield improvement.
• Provide training/clinics for staff at estate operation.
• Assist superior with data gathering and advisory services.
• Plan and supervise oil palm and foliar sampling work.
• Implement sustainability practices in the estate.
• Carry out other tasks as required by supervision.

Skills

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Accurate record-keeping

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Science / Agronomy / Crop Science / Soil Science / Plant Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

## Agronomist, Oil Palm ResearchApply: Carey Island, Selangor, Malaysia: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 31, 2026 (29 days left to apply): JR3155We value our people and encourage everyone to grow professionally. If you think this opportunity is right for you, we encourage you to apply!**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.