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Daily Assam JobOverview Andrew Yule & Company Limited (AYCL), a Government of India Enterprise, is inviting applications from retired Executives for the position of Expert (Tea Plantation) in its Tea Division. The company is a multi-product, multi-unit entity with Engineering, Electrical, and Tea Divisions, operating fifteen tea gardens. This recruitment aims to onboard experienced professionals on a contractual basis for a period of one year, extendable based on performance and company requirements. The Experts will provide strategic guidance and advisory support on agricultural and sustainability-related aspects of plantation management to the tea gardens. Important Dates Cut-off Date for Age, Qualification, and Experience: The date of advertisement (not specified in the document). Application Deadline: Not explicitly mentioned in the document. Vacancies & Pay Scale Total Vacancies: 02 posts Position: Expert (Tea Plantation) Location: West Bengal & Assam Engagement Period: 01 year on a per diem basis (extendable up to 70/75 years of age). Gross Consolidated Pay: Rs. 4930 per diem, with a maximum of 15 days a month. Company transport will be provided. TA/DA will be paid for official tours, as applicable to serving employees of equivalent grade. Benefits Not Admissible: No PF contribution, HRA, or medical benefits. Deductions: Income Tax/TDS will be deducted as per applicable rules. Eligibility Criteria Educational Qualification: Graduate in Plantation Management/Engineering/Agriculture/Bio-Science/Science/Arts/Commerce. Preference: Candidates possessing a Post Graduate Degree/Diploma (2 years) in Marketing Management, Management, Human Resource Management, Personnel Management, or Agricultural Science. Experience Requirements: For Govt./CPSE Candidates: Retired from Central Government, State Government, Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), State Public Sector Undertakings (SPSUs), or other Government organizations. Must have held a post equivalent to Executive Director (E-8)/Level-13 or above. Not less than 25 years of post-qualification experience in Tea Plantation Management. For Private Sector/Research Organization Candidates: Retired from a reputed tea company, Tea Research Association (TRA), UPASI Tea Research Foundation, Indian Tea Association (ITA), Tea Board, or any other recognized tea research or industry organization. Not less than 25 years of post-qualification experience in tea plantation management. Including at least 10 years in a senior leadership position (e.g., General Manager, Vice President, Director, CEO, Chief Advisor, Principal Scientist, Chief Scientist or equivalent), having overall responsibility for plantation management, estate administration, productivity improvement, sustainability initiatives, and operational management of tea estates. Age Limit: Maximum Age: 70 years as on the date of advertisement. Exceptional Cases: Engagement may be considered up to 75 years for candidates possessing rare expertise and found medically fit. Essential Competencies: In-depth expertise in all aspects of tea agronomy (nursery management, planting, pruning, plucking, nutrition, pest/disease management, soil/water conservation, crop productivity enhancement). Sound knowledge of sustainability standards, environmental stewardship, climate-resilient plantation practices, and statutory compliance for tea estates. Proven experience in improving plantation productivity, quality, and operational efficiency. Preference for candidates having served in advisory/consultancy roles in the tea industry or associated with TRA or other reputed tea research/development organizations. Selection Process Andrew Yule & Company Limited reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. Original documents must be produced at the time of interview for verification. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Candidates must be medically fit and will undergo a Medical Examination by a Company Medical Officer/Government Medical Officer/Medical Officer of a Government Undertaking prior to engagement. Vigilance clearance will be sought from previous organizations (AYCL, other PSUs, autonomous bodies). How to Apply Eligible candidates must submit their application(s) in the prescribed Format (stipulated at Annexure “II”, not provided in this extract). Attach self-attested photocopies of the following documents to the application form: Educational/Professional Certificates Experience Certificates or Appointment & Relieving letters of all previous employers. Caste Certificate (in case of SC/ST and OBC (NCL)) Copy of Latest updated CV detailing the work performed. Submit the complete application package to the following address: Dy. General Manager (P&A), Andrew Yule & Company Limited, 8, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Sarani, Kolkata – 700 001. No other mode of submission of application is allowed. For any queries, candidates may address them to pna@andrewyule.com. General Conditions This engagement is purely contractual and does not confer any right for regular employment. Engagement may be terminated at any time due to unsatisfactory performance. Misrepresentation of facts will lead to cancellation of candidature.
Salary/Stipend: Rs. 4930 per diem + company transport (max 15 days/month) 