JTKSM Licence C · No. 657 · Est. 2018
Reduced Levy Sector · RM640/Year

Foreign worker recruitment for plantation & agriculture

Palm oil harvesters, field labourers, and equipment handlers for estate and mixed-crop operations — sourced under the plantation and agriculture sector's dedicated KDN quota and levy framework.

RM640Annual Levy Rate
Seasonal& Permanent Placement
Act 446Estate Housing Compliant
99%Compliance Rate
Roles We Fill

Plantation & agriculture roles we recruit for

Harvesters

Palm oil fresh fruit bunch (FFB) harvesters and cutters for estate operations.

Field Labourers

General field maintenance, planting, and mixed-crop agricultural work.

Equipment Handlers

Operators for estate transport and processing equipment.

Estate Support Staff

General estate operations and logistics support roles.

Sector-Specific Compliance

What plantation employers need to know

Lower Levy, Different Ratio Rules

Plantation and agriculture carry a reduced RM640/year levy compared to manufacturing/construction/services (RM1,850/year) — but headcount ratios and eligible source countries still apply separately.

Estate Housing (Act 446)

On-estate worker housing is still subject to Act 446 minimum standards, even in remote plantation locations — certification cannot be skipped due to distance from urban centres.

FAQ

Plantation & agriculture recruitment FAQ

Which countries can supply plantation workers?
Indonesia is historically the largest source for plantation labour, alongside other KDN-approved countries subject to current sector eligibility. See our source countries guide.
Is remote estate housing exempt from Act 446?
No. Act 446 applies regardless of location — remote estates still require JTKSM Certificate of Accommodation for worker housing.
Related Resources

Additional Compliance & Workforce Guides

Act 446 Estate Housing

Ensure worker accommodations meet the legal standards set by the Employees' Minimum Standards of Housing, Accommodations and Amenities Act.

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Permit Renewal (PLKS)

Step‑by‑step guidance on renewing Pas Lawatan Kerja Sementara permits for foreign workers.

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Workforce Management

Comprehensive solutions for managing foreign worker quotas, recruitment, and compliance processes.

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Keep your estate fully staffed & compliant

Seasonal or permanent placement — sourced and documented correctly from day one.