Project Lead – Smart Farming & Planting Programs

Boustead Plantations Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 204,000 - 287,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a skilled project manager to oversee operations in crop farming and smart farming. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Agriculture and has at least 8 years of experience in project monitoring or business development. Key responsibilities include managing teams, conducting data analysis, and ensuring compliance with agricultural practices. Strong leadership and communication skills in both English and Bahasa Malaysia are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in project monitoring or business development.
• Familiar with smart farming technologies (IoT sensors, irrigation systems).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project work plans and schedules.
• Manage daily operations across crop farming and smart farming sites.
• Supervise farm teams and contractors to ensure efficient execution.
• Conduct data analysis for yield and productivity monitoring.

Skills

Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)

Farm mechanization

Sustainable farming techniques

Smart farming technologies (IoT sensors)

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project tracking tools

Agricultural data reporting systems

Job description

A leading agricultural company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a skilled project manager to oversee operations in crop farming and smart farming. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Agriculture and has at least 8 years of experience in project monitoring or business development. Key responsibilities include managing teams, conducting data analysis, and ensuring compliance with agricultural practices. Strong leadership and communication skills in both English and Bahasa Malaysia are essential for this role.