Assistant/Personal Assistant to Project Manager

Hirehub Management Sdn. Bhd.; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of prefabricated modular solutions is seeking an Assistant/Personal Assistant to support the Project Manager. Responsibilities include coordinating engineering projects, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, has 2-3 years of relevant experience, and is proficient in Mandarin. This position is based in Johor, Malaysia, and requires strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in project support or administrative roles in an engineering environment.
• Proficient in both written and spoken Mandarin.
• Basic engineering principles knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing engineering projects.
• Manage schedules, meetings, travel, and project documentation.
• Serve as a liaison between the Deputy Director, Director, and internal teams.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Assistant/Personal Assistant to Project Manager

About the job Assistant/Personal Assistant to Project Manager

Company Background:
A leading manufacturer of prefabricated modular data center solutions, specialize in the data center and power systems industry. With R&D facilities in Shanghai and high-end manufacturing plants in Shanghai and Malaysia, it delivers innovative solutions for hyperscale data center projects globally. The company is located in Johor Bahru, and the actual working location is subject to the project.

Job Description:

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing engineering projects. Track timelines and milestones.
• Manage schedules, meetings, travel, and project documentation.
• Serve as a liaison between the Deputy Director, Director, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
• Help prepare technical documents, review specifications, and track deliverables.
• Assist in ensuring projects meet quality standards and compliance requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related field).
• 2-3 years in project support or administrative roles in an engineering environment.
• Proficient in MS Office, project management software (e.g., MS Project), and basic engineering principles.
• Strong communication, organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Proficient in both written and spoken Mandarin, essential for communication with Chinese institutions and for operating equipment featuring Mandarin interfaces.