Head of Agriculture business
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and lead the company's agribusiness strategy to maximize the value and utilization of the company's landbank assets
* Identify and assess agribusiness opportunities suitable for the company's land portfolio, including plantations, horticulture, agroforestry, urban farming, and integrated green developments
* Lead planning and execution of agribusiness projects integrated with property development concepts
* Oversee land assessment, soil suitability analysis, irrigation planning, and crop selection for agricultural development areas
* Manage landscape and planting strategies across residential, commercial, township, and mixed-use developments
* Ensure the aesthetic, environmental, and commercial value of landscape and agricultural areas are aligned with the company's masterplan
* Collaborate with township planning, engineering, construction, and estate management teams for integrated project execution
* Monitor agribusiness performance, operational efficiency, and profitability of agricultural assets
* Supervise nursery operations, planting programs, maintenance standards, and landscape quality across developments
* Conduct market studies and feasibility analysis for agribusiness and landscape-related business opportunities
* Prepare annual budgets, project timelines, and strategic business plans for agribusiness initiatives
* Ensure compliance with land regulations, environmental standards, agricultural permits, and sustainability requirements
Job Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Agribusiness, Agriculture, Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Forestry, Plantation Management, or related major
* Master's degree in Business Administration, Agribusiness, or Sustainable Development is a plus
* Minimum 10 years of experience in agribusiness, landscape management, plantation operations, property development, or related industries
* Experience working within property developer companies, township development, industrial estates, or large-scale land development projects, or integrated green development projects
* Understanding of biodiversity conservation and sustainable land development practices
* Ability to create revenue-generating concepts from green and agricultural assets within property developments
* Knowledge of landscape planning, plant selection, nursery management, irrigation systems, and horticultural practices
* Strong understanding of agricultural operations, crop management, and agribusiness business models
* Experience in project feasibility studies, budgeting, and investment evaluation
Required Skills:
Development Agriculture Operations Sustainability Analysis Compliance Timelines Operational Efficiency Architecture Strategy Construction Budgeting Regulations Administration Planning Maintenance Engineering Business Management