Chief Agricultural Officer at Bridgemead Consulting
Job Description
Location: Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Agri-business (Oil Palm)
Level: Executive Level
Reporting To: Managing Director / CEO
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.
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%
Education + Experience
- MSc, BSc, or HND in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field
- Relevant certifications in agronomy, plantation management, or sustainability (added advantage)
- 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.
Educational Qualifications
Professional Certifications
Experience Requirement
Other Benifits
N900,000 - N1,000,000 per month.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: career.bridgemeadnghr@gmail.com using "CHIEF AGRICULTURAL OFFICER" as the subject of the mail.
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