Lead, Water & Moisture Management

FGV Holdings Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global agri-business is seeking to fill a position focused on agronomic trials. The successful candidate will design and lead trials on soil and nutrient management, analyze data, and produce reports. A Bachelor’s or Master’s in Agronomy or related fields is required, alongside proven experience in agronomic research, excellent analytical skills, and strong communication abilities. This role is essential for optimizing crop production and improving irrigation practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in agronomic research, especially in oil palm or plantation crops.
• Practical knowledge of irrigation, fertigation, and soil-water management systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in field and research environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and lead agronomic trials focused on nutrition, fertilizer, moisture, and soil studies.
• Detect and diagnose nutrient deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Analyze data and produce technical reports and recommendations.

Skills

Agronomic research experience

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Report-writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Agronomy or Soil Science or Agricultural Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Statistical Analysis Software

Job description

FGV Holdings Berhad is Malaysia’s leading global agri‑business and the world’s largest producer of Crude Palm Oil (CPO). FGV’s operations stretch across more than 10 countries in Asia, the Middle East, North America and Europe, and are focused on three main business sectors namely Plantation Sector, Logistics & Support Business (LSB) Sector and Sugar Sector. FGV is the world’s third biggest oil palm plantation operator, has the world’s largest bulking and storage facilities for vegetable oil and is Malaysia’s top refined sugar producer.

In line with our business expansion, we would like to invite qualified candidates to fill the following position at FGV R&D Sdn Bhd.

Key Accountabilities

• Design, conduct, and lead agronomic trials focused on nutrition, fertilizer, moisture, and soil studies.

• Detect and diagnose nutrient deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.

• Identify soil nutritional levels for crop optimization.

• Analyze data and produce technical reports and recommendations.

• Evaluate and recommend technologies for irrigation and soil improvement.

• Plan and manage fertilizer application trials and agronomic evaluations for pest and disease management.

• Conduct feasibility studies for irrigation/fertigation systems in nurseries and field blocks.

• Design and implement hydraulic systems, including pipe routing, pump selection, and filtration systems.

• Advise planters or estate operation to make proper irrigation layout and management for various type of crops.

• Execute multi‑location trials on fertilizer efficiency, organic amendments, and nutrient recycling (e.g., EFB, POME).

Qualifications and Working Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Agronomy or Soil Science or Agricultural Engineering, or related fields.

• Proven experience in agronomic research, especially in oil palm or plantation crops.

• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.

• Practical knowledge of irrigation, fertigation, and soil‑water management systems.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and report‑writing skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in field and research environments.

Technical Skills

Proficient in MS Offices, Statistical Analysis.

Have an ability to propose irrigation layout using manual or related software.

Location

PPPTR, Pahang