Chief Agricultural Officer at Bridgemead Consulting

Role Overview

• Provide strategic leadership for all agricultural operations, ensuring optimal plantation productivity, sustainability, and profitability.
• The Chief Agricultural Officer oversees agronomic practices, resource management, and innovation to maximize yield and support long-term business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement agricultural strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee all plantation operations including nursery management, planting, harvesting, and maintenance.
• Drive yield improvement initiatives and ensure optimal productivity per hectare.
• Implement best agronomic practices, including soil management, fertilization, and pest control.
• Lead and supervise estate managers, agronomists, and field teams.
• Develop and manage agricultural budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, sustainability, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor crop performance and implement data-driven decision-making processes.
• Introduce modern farming techniques, mechanization, and innovation.
• Collaborate with operations and processing teams to ensure efficient FFB supply.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Yield per Hectare Growth > 15% annually
• Plantation Productivity Rate > 90%
• Cost per Hectare Reduction > 10% annually
• FFB Quality Compliance > 95%
• Replanting Program Efficiency > 90%
• Input Utilization Efficiency > 92%
• Environmental Compliance Rate = 100%

Requirements / Qualifications
Educational Qualifications:

• MSc, BSc or HND in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field
• Professional Certifications
• Relevant certifications in agronomy, plantation management, or sustainability (added advantage)

Experience Requirement:

• 10 – 15 years relevant experience in plantation management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within oil palm or large-scale agribusiness