Assistant Manager, Facilities

DHL Supply Chain; Johor; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics provider seeks an experienced professional in Johor, Malaysia to manage facility setups and expansion projects. Responsibilities include coordinating contractor engagement, ensuring project timelines align with customer commitments, and driving risk management through analysis during the planning phase. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years in facility functions with a proven track record. Join us to enhance operational reliability and achieve zero unplanned downtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in Facility functions or equivalent with proven track record.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the business to plan and deliver new facility setups or expansion projects.
• Lead and coordinate multi‑disciplinary contractor engagement for seamless execution.
• Drive proactive project risk management by conducting Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Safeguard facility reliability and operational continuity by supporting preventive maintenance.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Partner with the business to plan and deliver new facility setups or expansion projects, ensuring completion timelines are fully aligned with customer commitments and operational readiness requirements.
• Lead and coordinate multi‑disciplinary contractor engagement, including pre‑kick‑off coordination meetings, to ensure seamless execution, clear accountability, and smooth end‑to‑end project flow for all facility setup and expansion initiatives.
• Drive proactive project risk management by conducting Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) during the planning phase of new facility or expansion projects, identifying potential failure points early and implementing mitigation actions to minimize execution and operational risks.
• Safeguard facility reliability and operational continuity by supporting preventive maintenance, infrastructure health, and equipment readiness, with a strong focus on ensuring optimal facility well‑being and achieving zero unplanned downtime.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years in Facility functions or equivalent with proven track record.