• Application Deadline: Tue, 7 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Chief Operation Officer (Oil Palm)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate



• Experience 15 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Agriculture / Agro-Allied 
  
  

JOB OBJECTIVE

Lead and optimize all operational activities (plantation, milling, logistics, and supply chain) to ensure efficiency, profitability, compliance, and sustainable growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the MD/CEO in defining and executing strategy.


• Oversee plantation and milling operations to maximize yield, efficiency, and quality.


• Drive mechanization, modernization, and sustainability initiatives.


• Manage budgets, control costs, and track KPIs for performance improvement.


• Lead and develop teams, ensuring productivity and accountability.


• Ensure compliance with RSPO, ISO, and regulatory standards.


• Manage operational risks, stakeholder engagement, and community relations.


• Provide regular operational reports and support board/investor engagements.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Engineering, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).


• 15+ years’ experience in agribusiness/plantation operations, with 5+ years in senior leadership.


• Strong experience in oil palm operations, sustainability standards, and budget management.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS (Preferred)

• PMP, Lean Six Sigma, RSPO, ISO, HSE (NEBOSH/IOSH), or relevant professional memberships.