Assistant Division Officer at Bridgemead Consulting

Job description:

Job Summary:

The Oil Palm Division Assistant supports the Divisional Manager in the day-to-day supervision and management of field operations within the oil palm plantation. The role focuses on monitoring field activities, labour performance, crop maintenance, harvesting, and ensuring adherence to agronomic best practices for optimum yield and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Divisional Manager in planning, organizing, and monitoring all field activities within the assigned division.
• Supervise daily field operations including planting, weeding, pruning, fertilizer application, and harvesting.
• Ensure proper maintenance of oil palm stands in accordance with estate standards and agronomic practices.
• Monitor labour attendance, performance, and productivity to ensure efficiency in operations.
• Maintain accurate records of field operations, input usage, and harvested output.
• Conduct routine field inspections to identify pests, diseases, or nutrient deficiencies and report promptly.
• Assist in the coordination of machinery, tools, and logistics needed for daily operations.
• Enforce safety, health, and environmental standards among field workers.
• Support the implementation of sustainable agricultural and soil conservation practices.
• Prepare periodic progress and performance reports for management review.

Qualifications and Skills:

• HND / B.Sc. in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in oil palm plantation operations or agricultural field supervision.
• Good understanding of oil palm cultivation practices and plantation management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills.