PLANTATION ASSISTANT/SENIOR ASSISTANT

Samling Group of Companies; Lahad Datu; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational agricultural conglomerate is seeking an experienced individual to manage oil palm plantation operations in Lahad Datu, Sabah. The role includes overseeing operations, implementing best practices, leading a team, and ensuring efficient cost management. Candidates should have a relevant diploma or degree and over 5 years of experience in the industry, along with strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers various benefits including medical and educational support.

Benefits

Medical

Miscellaneous allowance

Education support

Dental

Leave

Passage

Home Passage

Insurance Coverage

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of working experience in the oil palm industry.
• Strong knowledge of current oil palm industry practices.
• Willing to work and reside in an estate environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the estate.
• Assist the Plantation Manager in planning and executing all estate operations.
• Implement and maintain good agricultural practices (GAP).
• Promote modernization and improvement of estate work practices.
• Prepare monthly progress reports and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervisory skills

Analytical abilities

Planning

Problem-solving

Familiarity with estate management systems

Education

Diploma or Degree in Agricultural Science, Engineering, or related fields

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Purpose of the Role

To assist in managing all aspects of oil palm plantation operations, ensuring effective implementation of best agricultural practices, smooth administration, cost control, and workforce efficiency in line with company standards and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the estate
• Assist the Plantation Manager in planning and executing all estate operations.
• Support the Plantation Manager in maintaining smooth administration in line with company procedures and requirements.
• Implement and maintain good agricultural practices (GAP).
• Lead, manage, and motivate staff and workers to achieve productivity and quality targets.
• Assist in cost budgeting, control, and monitoring of operational expenses.
• Promote modernization and improvement of estate work practices, including awareness and compliance with MSPO standards.
• Oversee all key plantation activities, including harvesting, maintenance, manuring, and quality control.
• Ensure operational efficiency and effective management of workers.
• Prepare monthly progress reports and maintain accurate records as required by the Plantation Manager and management.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Plantation Manager or management from time to time.

Education and Skill Levels

Minimum Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Agricultural Science, Engineering, or related fields within the palm oil industry.

Experience: More than 5 years of working experience in the oil palm industry.

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong knowledge of current oil palm industry practices.

Good leadership, communication, and supervisory skills.

Proficient in MS Office; familiarity with estate management systems is an advantage.

Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities.

Willing to work and reside in an estate environment.

Perks and Benefits

Medical; Miscellaneous allowance; Education support; Dental; Leave; Passage, Home Passage, Insurance Coverage.

Samling Group of Companies is a multinational Malaysian conglomerate that serves markets in forest resource management, oil palm plantation, infrastructure & construction and property development. The Group has a long-standing history and a focus on environmental protection and sustainable socio-economic practices.