Assistant Farm Manager - Agri Palm at Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc

Job Description

• Supervision of all Agricultural aspects on Estates (nurseries, land development, harvesting and maintenance activities)
• Work closely with other supervisors and department heads to maximize productivity and cost savings.
• Manage usage of fertilizer, chemical and fuel within budget, unless different arrangements have been implemented.
• Coordinate and manage transportation of plantation workers.
• Assisting Farm Manager, in preparing budget annual budget and estimates
• Scheduling and coordinate harvesting and maintenance plans / activities on Estates as per budget.
• Conduct daily field and nursery inspections with daily feedback to Farm Manager at end of business day or when required.
• Ensure all activities in Plantations are to highest possible standard for Oil Palm industry.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant company policies and promote responsible business operations.
• Build and maintain professional relationship with all contractors, suppliers, stake holders and host communities.
• Provide training to all plantation workers when required.
• Be creative to improve plantation practices, standard and productivity.
• Ensure proper management of infrastructure and machinery.

Qualifications

• First Degree in Agriculture or any other related field.
• Master’s degree or equivalent is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ cognate experience in Oil Palm Plantation.

The Person:

• Must have a good general knowledge of modern Agricultural practices, chemicals and fertilizers.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Must be result driven with a passion for success and the industry.
• Must have strong communication skills and the knowhow to earn respect from colleagues.