Assistant Manager. Electrical Management

Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas Sdn Bhd; Gelang Patah; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major port management company in Gelang Patah is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Manager for Electrical Management. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronic engineering and 3–5 years of experience in SCADA and automation control systems. Responsibilities include overseeing the design and maintenance of SCADA systems, managing control systems, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in English and Malay.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in SCADA, HMI, PLC programming, or automation control systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols like Modbus, OPC, and Profibus.
• Knowledge of AI applications in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design, development, and maintenance of SCADA and HMI systems.
• Manage control systems including PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments for weather delays or electrical interconnection delays.

Skills

SCADA systems

HMI

Artificial Intelligence

PLC programming

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronic engineering

Tools

Wonderware/Aveva Platform

Ignition

Siemens WinCC/TIA Portal

Job description

Assistant Manager. Electrical Management

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Assistant Manager with solid expertise in SCADA systems, Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and control systems. The candidate will play a key role in managing, designing, and implementing automation projects, as well as supporting operations with real‑time data systems and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design, development, and maintenance of SCADA and HMI systems across facilities, including studying and exploring integration of AI‑driven solutions to improve system efficiency, predictive maintenance, and decision‑making processes.
• Manage control systems, including PLC programming, system tuning, troubleshooting, and upgrades. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement automation strategies in line with operational goals.
• Monitor and optimize control loops to ensure system performance, safety, and compliance. Support system audits, cybersecurity, and backup processes for SCADA and control environments.
• Provide hands‑on experience and a solid understanding of 22kV systems downstream, including the design, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of low‑voltage electrical infrastructure. Attend on‑call duty, major breakdowns or emergencies promptly. Perform any other duties as directed by the superior from time to time.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments for weather delays, permitting issues, or electrical interconnection delays and evaluate the impact of change orders and design revisions on maintenance/window timelines. Propose mitigation strategies and alternative plans.
• Prepare monthly electricity reports together with relevant stakeholders to ensure accuracy of the reporting data.
• Ensure safety standards are complied with throughout the department and all work complies with local legislation such as the Electricity Supply Act 1990, Electricity Regulations 1994, Efficient Management of Electrical Energy Regulation (EMEER 2008), OSHA, FMA, and PTP requirements.
• Implement Information Security (IS) and IT Policies that reflect the organization’s needs about the protection of information and assets and the integrity and privacy of the organization’s intellectual property.
• Record and report all findings on unsafe systems and non‑conformance of these acts/regulations to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronic engineering, control systems, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in SCADA, HMI, PLC programming, or automation control systems. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC, Profibus). Keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Hands‑on experience with SCADA platforms (e.g., Wonderware/Aveva Platform, Ignition, GE iFIX, MOXA, Siemens WinCC/TIA Portal). Excellent communication and writing in English and Malay.
• Knowledge of AI applications in industrial settings. Familiarity with cybersecurity standards in control systems is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving, project management, and communication skills.
• Experience in port, utilities, or large‑scale infrastructure environments. Leadership ability with potential to manage multidisciplinary teams.