Irrigation Manager

Role Purpose     

To oversee the irrigation operations of the plantation and implement the maintenance of the irrigations infrastructure as outlined in the irrigation management plan.

Irrigation/Fertigation

• Assist the General Manager in the planning, monitoring and managing of key deliverables by achieving efficient and timely delivery of water and fertilizer to the palms.
• Liaise with workforce and/or contractors on site to ensure timelines and scoped works are conducted within the planned maintenance programs in a safe environment

·         Support and participate in the development of a team culture within Olam

·         Promote and contribute to the continuing development of best practices in OPG

·         Participate in the ongoing professional development and knowledge sharing of irrigation expertise within Olam

Operations

• Maintain irrigation equipment service requirements with the General manager in conjunction with Olam’s maintenance program
• Liaise with Olam management and the General manager to coordinate timely servicing and repairs of the irrigation system
• Prepare, in conjunction, with Agronomy Department on a weekly irrigation and/or Fertigation schedule based on ET, monitoring of soil moisture, real time weather and system capabilities
• Oversee and execute the timely and efficient delivery of fertilizer according to the fertigation management plan
• Assist the General Manager in maintaining and recording all irrigation and fertigation events, power and water usage, water table readings, and any other relevant information.
• Complete all maintenance in a timely manner according to the management plan
• Identify and report issues areas and work in conjunction with the plantation Manager and Agronomy Department to undertake corrective measures

·         Report immediately to the General Manager and General Manager Agronomy any issues which may restrict the timely delivery of water and fertilizer to the plantation

Leadership and Safety Management

• Ensure that irrigation technicians/operators are adequately trained, equipped, and motivated so that the irrigation and related maintenance program can be accomplished in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner.
• Lead and support teams to achieve performance goals, ensure the right resources are recruited and trained to deliver operational plans
• Actively contribute to achieving the overall goals of the company
• Provide clear direction and assign tasks effectively
• Manage risks, incidents and injuries in accordance with Olam Safety policy/procedure
• Lead courageously and by example to create a culture of safe behaviour in conjunction with the Olam Safety Policy
• Provide safe systems of work, information, training and management for optimal health and safety on farm for employees and contractors
• All near misses and incidents to be recorded to minimize any lost time injuries and ensure all incidents are investigated effectively and controls put in place.
• Provide expert advice and support on on-site management including regular training sessions

Stakeholder Management

• Ensure dealings with stakeholders (both External and Internal) drive a positive reputation to deliver timely and cost-effective performance.
• Ensure contractor controls are in place and manage performance of supplier contracts/contractors. Treat all contractors according to our Shared Values

Additional Requirements

• Occasional travel within the region/cluster

Key Relationships

Internal:

Irrigation team, Plantation team, OPG Management Team, Agronomy team, SD, I.T., Finance, HR.

External:

Suppliers, Contractors, Auditor (Certification)