Assistant Plant Manager

Weida (M) Bhd; Miri; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Learning & Development

Group Insurance

Special L

Job summary

Weida (M) Bhd is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to support overall operations at our Miri facility. The role focuses on coordinating manpower, machinery, and materials while ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical or environmental science background, 2–5 years in plant operations, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive performance and safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordinating manpower, machinery, equipment, and materials to support smooth and efficient plant operations.
• Support daily operations and maintenance activities, including monitoring work schedules and coordinating routine and preventive maintenance activities.
• Assist the Plant Manager in overseeing plant performance, operational efficiency, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor operational processes and recommend improvements to enhance productivity, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of operational budgets, including tracking manpower, material, and maintenance expenditures.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards and assist in promoting a strong safety culture within the plant.
• Prepare operational reports, professional correspondence, and documentation as required by management.
• Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory authorities when necessary.
• Support ISO documentation, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Environmental Science

Job description

Assistant Plant Manager (Location in Miri)

We are seeking a motivated and capable Assistant Plant Manager to support the overall operations and administration of out facility. This role is ideal for a hands-on individual with strong technical and leadership capabilities who is able to assist in ensuring efficient plant operations, regulatory compliance, and continuous operational improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordinating manpower, machinery, equipment, and materials to support smooth and efficient plant operations.
• Support daily operations and maintenance activities, including monitoring work schedules and coordinating routine and preventive maintenance activities.
• Assist the Plant Manager in overseeing plant performance, operational efficiency, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor operational processes and recommend improvements to enhance productivity, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of operational budgets, including tracking manpower, material, and maintenance expenditures.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards and assist in promoting a strong safety culture within the plant.
• Prepare operational reports, professional correspondence, and documentation as required by management.
• Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory authorities when necessary.
• Support ISO documentation, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in plant operations, maintenance, or a supervisory role within an industrial environment.
• Experience in waste management, utilities, manufacturing, or environmental-related industries is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with ISO management systems and compliance requirements will be an advantage.
• Strong command of both English and Bahasa Malaysia (written and spoken).
• Good leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting cross-functional operational activities.
• Proficient in report writing, professional correspondence, and operational documentation.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role within plant operations
• Exposure to dynamic industrial and environmental operations
• Perks and benefits Medical Learning & Development, Group Insurance, Special L

Weida (M) Bhd is a well-established company with strong track record for over 40 years in the industry. We are a diversified organization committed to growth and expansion and are seeking for dynamic, dedicated and experienced people to join our organization.

Weida (M) Bhd is a well-established company with strong track record for over 40 years in the industry. We are a diversified organization committed to growth and expansion and are seeking for dynamic, dedicated and experienced people to join our organization.