Mill Optimization Services (MOS) Head (Based in Indonesia)

(Position is based in Indonesia - full time)

The Mill Optimization Services (MOS) Head is a senior leadership role tasked with driving continuous operational efficiency, productivity, and sustainability across Crude Palm Oil (CPO) mills. Serving as a key technical Subject Matter Expert, the MOS Head will collaborate directly with executive leadership to formulate and execute high-impact mill optimization strategies.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Mill Optimization & Performance

• Develop and execute short- and long-term technical strategies to maximize CPO recovery rates, oil extraction rates (OER), and kernel extraction rates (KER).
• Review current mill operations, identify potential process bottlenecks, and introduce best-in-class technical solutions to minimize oil losses and reduce downtime.
• Champion energy efficiency, water conservation, and sustainable operational practices across all processing units.

2. Senior Advisory

• Sit alongside executive leadership to provide clear, data-driven, and actionable recommendations for mill improvements.
• Translate complex engineering and operational metrics into strategic executive briefs and board-level presentations.
• Advise on capital expenditure (CapEx) projects, evaluating new technology, equipment upgrades, and automation initiatives for maximum ROI.

3. Operational Excellence & Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Standardize mill operations by updating and enforcing rigorous SOPs, preventive maintenance frameworks, and quality control protocols.
• Mentor, train, and build technical capabilities among regional mill managers and engineering teams.

Main Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) include:

• Improvement in overall Oil Extraction Rate (OER) and Kernel Extraction Rate (KER).
• Reduction in operating cost per MT of CPO produced.
• Unscheduled mill downtime reduction.
• Successful implementation of sustainable/green energy initiatives (e.g., biogas, biomass efficiency).

Main Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Mechanical, Chemical, or Agricultural Engineering (or equivalent technical field). Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven track record (15+ years preferred) in palm oil mill engineering, operations, and technical service management.
• Demonstrated experience operating at a senior management or executive advisory level within a major plantation/CPO group is an advantage.
• Excellent ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear, concise, and execution-ready manner.
• Preferably, able to communicate in both English and Bahasa Indonesia (written and spoken) to manage executive reporting and work with operational teams effectively.
• International background preferred, with extensive field experience across Southeast Asian palm oil markets (Malaysia/Indonesia).
• Open to be based (full-time) in Indonesia.