Assistant Manager - Electrical

Evyap; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Evyap is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to reliably operate and maintain plant electrical systems, lead maintenance and energy-efficiency initiatives, and ensure compliance with local standards. The role requires coordinating with utility partners and managing contractors to deliver safe, cost-effective projects in a chemical/oleochemical environment.

Ideal candidates will have 6+ years in electrical maintenance or project execution, a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong leadership and communication skills for cross-functional teams.
• Experience with RCA/CAPA and electrical failure investigations.

Responsibilities

• Execute plant improvement, modification and expansion projects from engineering through commissioning.
• Ensure 33kV/11kV/415V network assets are reliable and safe.
• Plan and monitor Preventive and Corrective Maintenance programs to maximize reliability.
• Lead RCA and corrective actions for electrical failures and recurring issues.
• Monitor plant energy consumption and drive energy efficiency initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with ST CoC/CoR and electrical safety requirements.
• Coordinate with TNB on power supply and outages.
• Prepare technical estimations, specifications, and cost evaluations for projects.
• Manage electrical contractors and ensure work meets safety and quality standards.
• Supervise the electrical maintenance team and develop staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP PM

Job description

Discover Your Potential, Let Evyap Grow With You, Let You Grow With Evyap!

With more than 3,000 employees and export business to more than 100 countries, EVYAP's success story started in a small atelier in Erzurum in 1927. Our trusted brands, including Duru, Arko Nem, Arko Men, Emotion, Blade, Activex, Evy Baby and Fax are loved worldwide. With facilities in Turkey, Egypt, and the world's largest oleo chemicals plant in Malaysia, we remain committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating value, all within a collaborative environment where our employees thrive. We believe in becoming stronger together with you. Every new beginning is an exciting journey filled with fresh ideas and opportunities.

At Evyap, we share and respect, we are productive, responsible, and continuously improve ourselves. Here, you'll find a world where you can grow, leave your mark through diverse projects, and thrive both personally and professionally. Together, we'll grow and achieve greater success. Are you ready to embark on this journey with us?

Main Purpose of the Position

To manage and ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the plant's electrical systems and infrastructure, while leading electrical maintenance, plant improvement projects, energy management and statutory compliance activities.

Job Description

• Execute plant improvement, modification and expansion projects, from detailed engineering, estimation and tendering through installation, testing and site commissioning.
• Ensure the availability, reliability and optimal performance of 33kV/11kV/415V electrical distribution network assets, including switchgear, transformers, cables, protection systems and associated equipment, at optimum cost and safety.
• Plan, implement and monitor Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance (CM) programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions for electrical failures, recurring breakdowns and equipment reliability issues.
• Monitor and report plant energy consumption, identify opportunities for energy optimization and drive energy efficiency initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST) requirements, including Certificate of Competency/Registration (CoC/CoR), statutory inspections, electrical safety requirements and competent person requirements.
• Coordinate with Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) on electrical supply matters, load management, planned outages, power interruptions and related technical requirements.
• Prepare technical estimations, specifications, tender documents and cost evaluations for electrical projects, modifications and Management of Change (MOC) activities.
• Manage and coordinate electrical contractors, consultants, suppliers and service providers to ensure work is completed safely, within budget, quality standards and agreed timelines.
• Supervise and lead the electrical maintenance team, including manpower planning, work allocation, performance monitoring and technical development.
• Ensure strict compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Permit-to-Work (PTW) and other electrical safety procedures for all maintenance and project activities.
• Maintain and review electrical drawings, equipment records, maintenance history, inspection reports and statutory documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve plant reliability, electrical safety, maintenance effectiveness and operating cost.

Job Requirements

1.Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

2.Experience

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, maintenance and/or project execution.
• Previous experience in chemical, oleochemical, petrochemical or process plant construction/operations is preferred.
• Strong experience in HV/MV/LV electrical distribution systems, preferably within an industrial or process plant environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of switchgear, transformers, protection relays, VFDs and electrical distribution systems.
• Experience in RCA/CAPA methodology and electrical failure investigation.
• Exposure to SAP PM or other computerized maintenance management systems is preferred.
• Proven experience in project estimation, tendering, contractor management and commissioning.
• Strong team leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

3.Professional Certification

• ST Chargeman Certification – A4/B4 minimum; A0/B0 preferred – Mandatory.