General Manager Plantation & Head of Company

Are you ready to take the helm of a sizeable private organization in the agriculture industry? Step into the role of General Manager Plantation & Head of Company in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where you'll oversee 20,000 hectares of plantation estates and multiple oil mills across Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia. This is your opportunity to optimize existing assets, rationalize smaller estates if warranted, and drive operational excellence while ensuring sustainable practices. * Lead a well-established agriculture company with diverse operations across plantations, oil mills, property management, and investments. * Focus on maximizing returns from existing assets while maintaining compliance with MSPO certifications and ESG principles. * Collaborate directly with the Board of Directors to ensure efficient day-to-day operations and long-term profitability.

What You’ll Do

As the General Manager Plantation & Head of Company, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s operations while ensuring alignment with corporate goals and sustainability standards. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, you will focus on optimizing current resources and rationalizing smaller estates where necessary to achieve maximum efficiency and profitability.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing large-scale plantation operations, including oil palm and coconut cultivation, agronomy practices, replanting programs, and mechanization initiatives.
• Overseeing financial performance through budgets, P&L statements, cost controls, and CAPEX planning.
• Leading cross-functional teams across divisions such as Plantation Management, Oil Mills, Finance, HR, IT, Legal, Supply Chain & Procurement.
• Ensuring compliance with MSPO certifications, ESG frameworks, environmental regulations, and ethical labor practices.
• Presenting operational reports and strategic initiatives to the Board of Directors for approval.
• Rationalizing smaller estates where appropriate to maximize operational efficiency and returns.

What You’ll Bring

To excel in this role, you’ll need extensive experience in plantation management combined with strong corporate expertise in operational oversight and financial reporting. Your ability to lead diverse teams while focusing on maximizing returns from existing assets will be key to driving success in the agriculture industry role.

Key qualifications include:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Agriculture/Forestry/Plantation Management/Business Administration or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• At least 20 years of experience in plantation/agriculture-related industries with 10+ years in senior leadership roles (e.g., General Manager/Plantation Director).
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale plantation operations (oil palm/coconut).
• Strong financial acumen with proficiency in P&L management, budgeting, cost control, and investment/divestment activities.
• Knowledge of MSPO certifications, ESG frameworks, environmental regulations, and community engagement practices.
• Exceptional communication skills to interact effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

What Sets This Company Apart

This private agriculture company stands out for its scale—managing over 20,000 hectares of plantation estates—and its commitment to operational excellence within the Malaysia agriculture industry. By joining this team as General Manager Plantation & Head of Company, you’ll benefit from:

• A culture that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities to lead transformative projects focused on optimizing existing resources for sustainable growth.
• Direct access to decision-making at the highest level by working closely with the Board of Directors.

What’s Next

Ready to elevate your career? Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Apply today by clicking on the link or contact Lim Chee Ming at +603 2303 7047 or email cheeming.lim@robertwalters.com.my quoting "General Manager Plantation & Head of Company." Thank you!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C