ANAND PARAMASIVAN
Kuala Selangor
Summary
Visionary Leader with a strong background in operational planning and sustainable practices. Drives community engagement and compliance with RSPO/MSPO standards to foster local cooperation. Utilises data analysis to inform decision-making and enhance productivity across plantation operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Mechanization Department
Wilmar International Plantation Ltd
01.2024 - Current
- Implement & monitor nationwide mechanisation implementation across Indonesia Upstream (154,000 Ha), covering key activities such as MAIC harvesting, manuring, efb application and pruning contributing to significant labour cost savings.
- Led development of mechanisation strategies tailored to terrain, climate, and soil conditions, boosting field efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Optimised EVIT and VRA cost tracking systems, enabling data-driven decisions on mechanisation resource deployment and cost efficiency.
- Implemented adaptive mechanisation in mature zones and pre-emptive deployment during replanting phases, enhancing field preparation and operational continuity.
- Rolled out advanced equipment solutions, including EFB application tools, Cantas pruners, and mechanised infield machines (Ginga, MTG), improving task productivity.
- Standardisation mechanization payment systems, ensuring transparency and incentivizing high-performance delivery among workers.
- After being in plantation operations for 18 years, I am now having the opportunity to diversify my career prospects in the matters related to corporate strategy, administration, secretarial and finance.
- Built a high-performance mechanisation team, coaching 5 departmental staff and mentoring junior executives to leverage on mechanisation best practices.
- Collaborated with Chinese partners to co-develop an infield FFB prototype & fertilizer spreader, strengthening inter-regional technology innovation and application.
- Visit Plantation/Operating units to monitor and evaluate current progress of mechanization covering implemented ha, productivity & cost achievement, good practices and area of improvement (system organization on the ground & workshop management).
- Data monitoring and analysis for problem solving and improvement (productivity reports, cost reports & workers ratio).
- Monitoring machine utilization specifically machanisation fleets and VRA.
- Mechanisation planning over 5 yrs, estimates on potential labour reduction, potential savings and incorporating into the yearly Budget.
- Coordinating and liaise with Plantation Head Indonesia, Head of Departments, Plantation Heads, GMs, GEMs & EMs on mechanization matters.
- Reported directly to the Head of Plantations, providing strategic updates, mechanisation implementation status and performance tracking across Indonesia estates.
Plantation Manager
Goodhope Asia Holdings
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Achieved Crop Yield of 25.23 t/Ha a 28% increase over forecast—through targeted field rehabilitation and precision estate management.
- Steer and direct operations for land clearing and replanting across 3,110 Ha, implementing sustainable land-use practices aligned with RSPO guidelines.
- In-charged & monitored estate nursery operations, successfully raising 622,000 seedlings in a 50 Ha nursery for replanting and plasma development.
- Prepared and monitored estate P&L and operational budgets, ensuring efficient cost controls while maximizing productivity.
- Strengthened central workshop operations, reducing equipment downtime and optimizing estate vehicle utilization.
- Led sustainability initiatives, including full RSPO implementation, HCV zone protection, and transparent plasma community engagement.
- Directly managed five Estates Managers and supervisors overseeing 2000 workers (All Indonesian workers).
- Engaged and managed plasma stakeholders, fostering local cooperation and ensuring smallholder compliance with plantation protocols.
- Design and implement coaching and training programs to develop managers, staff, facilitate efficiency and improve performance.
- Ensure adherence and compliance to strict quality control and occupational safety & health procedures.
- Resolved land productivity gaps through tailored rehabilitation of 520 Ha, increasing yield from 19.7 t/Ha to 25.23 t/Ha within 12 months.
- Provided end-to-end estate leadership, including harvesting, manuring, pest control, workforce deployment, and stakeholder reporting.
- Reported directly to the General Manager, ensuring timely communication and alignment with company goals and strategic objectives.
- Oversaw 10644 Ha of oil palm fields with 3110 Ha oil land clearing/immature & 7554 Ha of Mature, sectioned into 5 Estates.
- Coordinated between Estates and Mill to maintain a good synergy in order to produce good palm products.
- Indonesia
Senior Manager
Rimbunan Hijau Plantation
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Increased yield from 10 t/Ha to 15 t/Ha through targeted mature field rehabilitation (700 Ha), significantly improving estate profitability.
- Improved harvester efficiency by 75%, raising average productivity from 1 MT to 1.75 MT per manday via strategic deployment and training.
- Oversaw replanting of 1,500 Ha, applying best practices in nursery-to-field transition and land preparation.
- Executed special cattle integration project involving 220 heads to support estate sustainability and waste reduction.
- Prepared and monitored operational budget and P&L, balancing cost targets with productivity benchmarks.
- Provided strong field team leadership, ensuring compliance, timely reporting, and continuous improvement across estate operations.
- Streamlined manuring and spraying schedules, resulting in higher crop quality and healthier stands across replant zones.
- Prepared regular performance reviews for regional management, integrating data from harvesting, replanting, and workforce metrics.
- Sarawak
Manager (AVP 1)
SD Guthrie @ Sime Darby Plantation Berhad
10.2002 - 05.2022
- Transformed underperforming estates (e.g. Pertang, West, Bukit Pelandok) from YPH <20 to 25.5 t/Ha+ through GAPs and mechanisation.
- Steer and direct operations of Estate estate operations, including nursery, immature/mature upkeep, harvesting, manuring, pest control, water management, and roadworks.
- Directly managed Senior Executives, Executives and supervisors overseeing 300-450 workers (comprise of local Malaysian, Indonesian, Indian, Bangladesh, Nepal & Myanmar workers).
- Implemented coaching and training programs to develop managers, staff, facilitate efficiency and improve performance.
- Ensure adherence and compliance to strict quality control and occupational safety & health procedures.
- Developed and monitored Capex/Opex budgets and P&L across multiple estates, delivering cost-efficient operations while meeting yield targets.
- Led RSPO/MSPO certifications and renewals through structured SOP implementation, worker training, and safety compliance.
- Implemented mechanised harvesting & collection (SD1–SD3), 2-tier bin systems, and CDA spraying, resulting in reduced manday requirements and higher efficiency.
- Produced Premium Quality (PQ) Oil with <1.2% FFA, consistently delivering FFB within 6 hours to the mill for maximum oil yield.
- Received Best SOU Award (2012–2013) for achieving highest OER (22.25%) across Bukit Benut Estate and associated mills.
- Mentored over 50 junior staff and cadet planters, delivering structured field training modules and succession grooming for estate leadership.
- Handled strategic liaisons with government and community stakeholders, ensuring uninterrupted estate operations and local goodwill.
- Produced high standard replanting/immature fields (Tali Ayer Est, Gedong Est, Andrassy Est, Bukit Benut Est, West Est, Pertang Estate).
- Tranformed poor rated Immature fields to Good category (Pertang Estate, Bukit Pelandok Estate).
Administrative Officer
Northland Overseas Confirmers (M) Sdn. Bhd.
10.2000 - 10.2002
- Managed full administrative support functions, including payroll processing, EPF/SOCSO documentation, and statutory compliance, ensuring seamless HR operations.
- Handled international documentation and credit applications, preparing Letters of Credit and coordinating with banks and suppliers for trade transactions.
- Liaised with key government departments such as Immigration and Trademark & Patent Office for work permits and corporate filings, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Assisted the General Manager with office and F&B operations, contributing to daily operations coordination and cross-functional task execution.
- Maintained office records, supplier accounts, and expense reports, supporting basic accounting functions and operational reporting.
Storekeeper
Guh Hup Seng Manufacturing (M) Sdn. Bhd.
12.1996 - 05.1997
- Supported inventory planning and monthly stock control, collaborating with the store supervisor to ensure optimal material availability.
- Assisted in production scheduling, coordinating raw material requisition in line with manufacturing timelines.
- Maintained accurate stock records, ensuring timely entries and minimising discrepancies in physical versus recorded inventories.
- Contributed to store operational improvements, identifying layout efficiencies for better stock handling.
- Provided logistical support for incoming/outgoing goods, improving warehouse throughput and delivery accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Economics (Hons) - Human Resource Economics
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)/National University of Malaysia
01-2000
Skills
- Plantation Mechanisation Strategy
- Oil Palm Estate Management
- Budgeting & Profitability (P&L)
- Operational Cost Management & Productivity Enhancement
- Sustainable Replanting & Nursery Management
- Crop Yield Enhancement
- Work Process Enhancement
- RSPO/MSPO/ISPO Compliance
- Community & Plasma Stakeholder Engagement
- Field Rehabilitation & Land Clearing
- Water Management & Infrastructure
- Leadership Development & Coaching
- Business Planning & Project Management
- Human Resources Management
- Data analysis
- Budget preparation
- Strategic planning
- Operational efficiency
- Mechanization implementation
- Performance monitoring
- Compliance adherence
- Process improvement
Certification
RSPO/ISPO & HCV/HCS Management, Goodhope Asia, 2023, RSPO/MSPO Standards Refresher, RH Plantation, 2022, Safe Handling of Pesticides, Sime Darby Plantation, 2010, Oil Palm Nutrition, Sime Darby Plantation, 2010, Clonal Planting Workshop, Sime Darby Plantation, 2008, Introduction to RSPO, Sandakan Bay Oil Mill, 2007, EVIT Mechanisation & Machine Maintenance, Sime Darby, Replanting Technique & Modified Violle Lining Method, Sime Darby, 2019, Water Management Training, Merlimau Training Centre, 2018, Core Agricultural Programme, Merlimau Training Centre, 2005, Terrace Construction Technique, Badenoch Estate, 2003, HECTA Leadership Course, Sime Darby Plantation, 2014, Code of Business Conduct, Sime Darby (Online), 2012, Effective Supervision (Practical), Sime Darby, 2004, Termination of Employment & Retrenchment, Sime Darby, 2016, Misconduct & Disciplinary Action, MAPA Panel, 2014
Accomplishments
- Increased Yield Productivity: Raised mature field yield from 19.7 t/Ha to 25.23 t/Ha through targeted rehabilitation across 520 Ha at Goodhope Asia Holdings., 2023-01-01
- Cost-Effective Mechanisation Rollout: Spearheaded mechanisation implementation progressively across Wilmar’s 152,000 Ha oil palm plantation, covering manuring 85,000 Ha, EFB application 14,500 Ha, pruning 15,000 Ha, harvesting 28,000 Ha as of todate.
- Award-Winning Results: Secured Best SOU Award at Sime Darby Plantation with highest OER of 22.25% for SOU 22/Bukit Benut., 2012-01-01
- Established high standard replanting and immature fields (Good to Excellent Category).
- Steering Committee member in Achieving First ever RSPO/MSPO Certificate in Sime Darby Plantation way back in 2007., 2007-01-01
Custom
Participated in bowling tournament organised by company’s Sports & Recreational Unit, Sime Darby Plantation. Participated in the inter-regional invitational tournaments. Committee Member (Sports) - Convocation Festival of UKM (1997). Facilitator – Motivation Camp & SPM Seminar Simpang Pertang, NS (1999). National Level Subject & Centre Coordinator in Sri Murugan Centre (SMC), Petaling Jaya. A Centre for Cultural and Educational Services of Malaysian Indian.
Timeline
Head of Mechanization Department
Wilmar International Plantation Ltd
01.2024 - Current
Plantation Manager
Goodhope Asia Holdings
01.2023 - 12.2023
Senior Manager
Rimbunan Hijau Plantation
06.2022 - 10.2022
Manager (AVP 1)
SD Guthrie @ Sime Darby Plantation Berhad
10.2002 - 05.2022
Administrative Officer
Northland Overseas Confirmers (M) Sdn. Bhd.
10.2000 - 10.2002
Storekeeper
Guh Hup Seng Manufacturing (M) Sdn. Bhd.
12.1996 - 05.1997
Bachelor of Economics (Hons) - Human Resource Economics
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)/National University of Malaysia