Senior Assistant Oil Palm Plantation Manager

KUMPULAN FIMA BERHAD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plantation company is seeking a Sr. Assistant Manager to support the Sr. Estate Manager in operational activities within the oil palm plantation. The role emphasizes field productivity, labour efficiency, and compliance with sustainability standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Diploma/Degree in Agriculture, with over 5 years of relevant experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a willingness to work in a remote environment. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of plantation management while maintaining high operational standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in oil palm plantation operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are required.
• Ability to work in a remote estate environment with large labour teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and supervising daily field activities.
• Monitor crop performance and implement corrective measures.
• Ensure compliance with sustainability and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Agronomy knowledge

Field labour management

Cost control

Education

Diploma/Degree in Agriculture or related field

Job description

Location - Based in PT Nunukan, Indonesia

Position Overview

The Sr. Assistant Manager is responsible for supporting the Sr. Estate Manager in planning, executing, and monitoring all operational activities within the oil palm plantation. This role ensures field productivity, labour efficiency, cost control, and compliance with company policies, sustainability standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Field Operations & Agronomy

• Assist in planning and supervising daily field activities such as manuring, weeding, pruning, EFB application, harvesting, and road maintenance.
• Monitor crop performance, FFB quality, yield trends, and implement corrective agronomic measures.
• Ensure timely execution of fertiliser programs, pest & disease control, water management, and replanting operations.
• Oversee harvester productivity, task allocation, attendance, and piece-rate monitoring.
• Ensure FFB is harvested according to quality standards (ripe bunches, loose fruit collection, no unripe cutting).

Labour & Human Resource Administration

• Supervise Executives, field supervisors, harvesters, and general workers (local Indonesia).
• Handle worker discipline, welfare, housing, medical arrangements, and documentation (work permits, attendance, payroll inputs).
• Support HR in recruitment and onboarding of new workers.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Assist in preparing annual work plans, CAPEX, OPEX, and estate budgets.
• Monitor expenses, material usage, labour cost, and ensure operations are within budget.
• Reduce wastage, improve productivity, and implement cost-saving initiatives.

Compliance, Sustainability & Safety

• Ensure estate operations comply with RSPO/ISPO, SMK3 standards, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct toolbox meetings and risk assessments.
• Ensure proper record keeping

Reporting & Administration

• Prepare daily harvesting reports.
• Maintain accurate field records and maps (harvesting rounds, manuring progress, pest & disease census).
• Assist Sr. Estate Manager in audits, inspections, and management reviews.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Agriculture, Plantation Management, Forestry, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years working experience in oil palm plantation operations (field or supervisory level).
• Good knowledge of agronomy, field labour management, and plantation cost control.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work in remote estate environment and manage large labour teams.