SUSTAINABILITY & COMPLIANCE EXECUTIVE

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy aligned with Malaysia’s palm oil industry standards, guidelines, and relevant regulations.
• Identify key sustainability objectives, targets, and action plans to improve operational sustainability.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with Malaysia’s environmental, health, and safety regulations, as well as social and community standards.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) and International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) Principals and Criteria.
• Stay updated with the latest regulations, industry practices, and certifications related to palm oil sustainability and implement necessary changes to ensure compliance.
• Engage and collaborate with government agencies, local communities, contractors, neighbouring estates, and certification bodies to build positive relationships and foster sustainable practices.
• Collect, analyse, and report data on sustainability performance, including environmental impact, social indicators, and adherence to Malaysia’s palm oil sustainability standards.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external audits to assess compliance with Malaysia’s palm oil sustainability standards.
• Facilitate the certification process for sustainability schemes such as the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO), Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) and The International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) certification.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance employee awareness and understanding of sustainability practices, compliance requirements, and Malaysia’s palm oil industry standards.
• Promote a culture of sustainability and compliance throughout the organization.

Requirements:

• Must possess at least Bachelor’s Degree in Plantation Management/Agriculture/Agriculture Science or related fields.
• Minimum 3-5 years in handling RSPO, MSPO & ISCC certification will be an advantage.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent interpersonal, presenting, strong analytical, report writing and communication abilities in English (verbal and written), as well as the ability to interact with others.
• Able to identify and evaluate risk, as well as to recommend solutions.
• Good understanding, comprehension and articulation of auditing and accounting principles.
• Willing to reside in remote area.