Job Description

Purpose of the role:

To oversee and coordinate all Geographic Information System (GIS) and drone-based mapping activities in the estate, ensuring accurate spatial data collection, infrastructure monitoring, and timely updates to support estate planning, operations, and decision-making.

Key Duties Responsibility and Accountability:

Field Data Collection & Mapping:

Conduct GPS-based mapping of estate boundaries, plantation blocks, roads, drains, bridges, culverts, water gates, bunds, buildings, housing, mills, and other infrastructure. Perform palm tree census using drones and GPS tools, including tree counting, vacant point identification, and palm health monitoring. Update elevation profiles, water flow data, inlet/outlet points, and biodiversity locations (e.g., barn owl boxes).

Work Progress Tracking:

Record location, quantity, and date (month/year) of completed estate works such as road repairs, drain cleaning, bridge maintenance, replanting, and pest control. Maintain records for both operational and infrastructure maintenance activities.

Data Management & Coordination:

Coordinate with the GIS Executive for uploading and updating data into the GIS database. Ensure all collected data meets accuracy and quality standards. Generate basic maps and reports for operational planning and management review.

Drone & GPS Equipment Handling:

Operate and maintain GNSS receiver devices and assist in drone survey operations when required. Ensure all equipment is properly calibrated, maintained, and used according to company SOPs.

Liaison & Communication:

Work closely with estate management, agronomy, infrastructure, and environmental teams to ensure GIS data supports daily operations. Provide feedback from the field to improve mapping accuracy and operational efficiency.

Education and Experience:

Minimum SPM / STPM or Diploma in Plantation Management, Surveying, Geomatics, GIS, Agriculture, or related fields.

Candidates with relevant field experience in plantation operations may be considered without formal GIS education.

At least 2 years of working experience in plantation operations, surveying, mapping, or GIS-related work.

Experience in GPS-based data collection, field mapping, or infrastructure monitoring preferred.

Skills & Knowledge:

Basic understanding of GPS/GIS tools and mapping principles. Ability to read and interpret maps, layouts, and technical drawings. Basic knowledge of plantation infrastructure (roads, drains, bunds, etc.) and oil palm cultivation. Familiarity with drone survey operations (advantage but not mandatory). Good record-keeping and reporting skills. Physical fitness for fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions. Basic TOPO surveying Basic Autocad

Other Requirement :

Willingness to work in remote estate locations and travel within the estate. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Attention to detail and accuracy in data collection.

Available Location:

1. Pahang (Rompin)

2. Johor (Kahang)

3. Kelantan (Gua Musang)

4. Negeri Sembilan (Seremban)

5. Perak (Taiping)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM2,500.00 - RM3,500.00 per month

Work Location: In person