Assistant Manager (Scheduled Waste)

Pentas Flora Management Services Sdn Bhd; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentas Flora Management Services Sdn Bhd is hiring to assist the Department Manager in managing daily scheduled waste operations within a busy industrial setting in Malaysia. You will supervise receiving, handling, storage, treatment, and dispatch while ensuring compliance with DOE, EQA, and regulations.

You will coordinate with internal departments, logistics teams, and contractors, monitor inventory and records, and drive safety, training, and cost control.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in scheduled waste management, industrial operations, or manufacturing, preferably with supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of scheduled waste handling, storage, treatment, and DOE regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with the Environmental Quality Act (EQA) and Environmental Quality (Scheduled Wastes) Regulations 2005.
• CePSWaM certification is an added advantage.
• Experience in operational planning, manpower management, inventory control, and plant operations.
• Knowledge of ISO management systems, environmental compliance, and audit preparation is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Good communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Department Manager in managing daily scheduled waste operations.
• Supervise waste receiving, unloading, segregation, handling, storage, treatment, and dispatch.
• Ensure compliance with DOE requirements, the Environmental Quality Act (EQA), Scheduled Wastes Regulations, and company procedures.
• Coordinate daily operations, manpower, equipment, and work schedules.
• Monitor scheduled waste inventory, storage capacity, labelling, packaging, and records.
• Identify operational issues and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency.
• Coordinate with internal departments, logistics teams, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, safety procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Monitor equipment conditions and coordinate maintenance and repairs.
• Prepare operational reports, inventory records, and regulatory documentation.
• Support audits, regulatory inspections, and ISO management system requirements.
• Supervise employees, conduct safety briefings, and support workforce training.
• Assist in monitoring operational costs and departmental performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Manager or Management.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical

Decision-making

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Engineering/Operations Management

CePSWaM certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Assist the Department Manager in managing daily scheduled waste operations.

Supervise waste receiving, unloading, segregation, handling, storage, treatment, and dispatch.

Ensure compliance with DOE requirements, the Environmental Quality Act (EQA), Scheduled Wastes Regulations, and company procedures.

Coordinate daily operations, manpower, equipment, and work schedules.

Monitor scheduled waste inventory, storage capacity, labelling, packaging, and records.

Identify operational issues and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency.

Coordinate with internal departments, logistics teams, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with HSE policies, safety procedures, and environmental requirements.

Monitor equipment conditions and coordinate maintenance and repairs.

Prepare operational reports, inventory records, and regulatory documentation.

Support audits, regulatory inspections, and ISO management system requirements.

Supervise employees, conduct safety briefings, and support workforce training.

Assist in monitoring operational costs and departmental performance.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Manager or Management.

Job Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.

Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in scheduled waste management, industrial operations, or manufacturing, preferably with supervisory experience.

Strong knowledge of scheduled waste handling, storage, treatment, and DOE regulatory requirements.

Familiarity with the Environmental Quality Act (EQA) and Environmental Quality (Scheduled Wastes) Regulations 2005.

CePSWaM certification is an added advantage.

Experience in operational planning, manpower management, inventory control, and plant operations.

Knowledge of ISO management systems, environmental compliance, and audit preparation is an advantage.

Strong leadership, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Good communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.

Able to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.

PENTAS FLORA is a leading scheduled waste management company committed to sustainable resource recovery. We specialise in transforming hazardous waste streams into valuable resources, producing high-quality re-refined base oil, fuel oil, and a range of other reusable materials. Dedicated to environmental stewardship, we leverage innovation and cutting-edge technology to minimise environmental impact and maximise resource value. Our 'cradle to cradle' philosophy underpins our commitment to responsible waste management practices, driving a cleaner, greener future. Partner with us to contribute to a more sustainable world.

PENTAS FLORA is a leading scheduled waste management company committed to sustainable resource recovery. We specialise in transforming hazardous waste streams into valuable resources, producing high-quality re-refined base oil, fuel oil, and a range of other reusable materials. Dedicated to environmental stewardship, we leverage innovation and cutting-edge technology to minimise environmental impact and maximise resource value. Our 'cradle to cradle' philosophy underpins our commitment to responsible waste management practices, driving a cleaner, greener future. Partner with us to contribute to a more sustainable world.