Assoc Specialist General Maintenance

Ansell; Ayer Keroh; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global leader

Annual performance bonuses

Inclusive, collaborative environment

International workplace culture

Job summary

Ansell is seeking an Assoc Specialist, General Maintenance to be based in Ayer Keroh, Melaka. The role maintains and troubleshoots manufacturing equipment, facilities, and utility systems to ensure smooth plant operations with minimal downtime.

You will perform preventive maintenance, coordinate shutdown activities, and ensure electrical safety and regulatory compliance while supervising contractors and driving continuous improvement through RCA and reliability projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, facilities, utilities, or a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance of manufacturing equipment and utility systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.
• Good communication and contractor management skills.
• A team-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience conducting root cause analysis (RCA) and implementing corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Troubleshooting: perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment breakdowns in production and utility systems.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure minimal downtime and support continuous production operations.
• Maintain plant utility systems, including LV electrical distribution systems, air compressors, HVAC, water supply.
• Monitor utility consumption and support energy-saving initiatives.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance programs and coordinate shutdown activities.
• Maintain maintenance records and equipment service histories; ensure spare parts availability.
• Ensure electrical work complies with safety standards; conduct risk assessments and corrective actions.
• Support EHS initiatives, audits, and compliance activities; investigate electrical incidents.
• Supervise contractors performing electrical installation and maintenance; review quality of work.
• Participate in RCA for equipment failures and implement upgrades to improve reliability.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Contractor management

Continuous improvement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Ansell is a world leader in providing superior health and safety protection solutions that enhance human well-being. As the need for better protection continues to grow, Ansell remains committed to researching, developing, and investing in innovative products and technologies that are marketed under trusted global brands. Operating across two business segments—Industrial and Healthcare—Ansell employs approximately 14,000 people worldwide and continues to grow as a market leader.

For more information about our Company, our People, and our Values, please visit: https://www.ansell.com

Ansell is looking for an Assoc Specialist, General Maintenance to be based in Ayer Keroh, Melaka.

This position is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, facilities, and utility systems to ensure smooth plant operations with minimal downtime. The role executes preventive maintenance programs, coordinates shutdown activities, and ensures critical equipment remains reliable and operational. The incumbent also ensures compliance with electrical safety, EHS, and regulatory requirements while supervising contractors performing maintenance work. Additionally, the position supports continuous improvement initiatives through equipment reliability projects, root cause analysis, and efficiency enhancement recommendations.

What Can You Expect from Ansell?

• Work for a global leader in the health and safety protection solutions industry.
• A secure workplace with competitive remuneration and annual performance bonuses.
• An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive work environment.
• Exposure to a diverse and international workplace culture.

What Will Your Role Be?

1. Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.

Troubleshoot and repair equipment breakdowns in production and utility systems.

Monitor equipment performance and identify improvement opportunities.

Ensure minimal downtime and support continuous production operations.

2. Facility & Utility Management

Maintain plant utility systems, including: -

LV electrical distribution systems

Air compressors

HVAC systems

Water supply systems

Monitor utility consumption and support energy-saving initiatives.

3. Preventive Maintenance Planning

Execute scheduled preventive maintenance programs.

Coordinate maintenance shutdown activities.

Maintain maintenance records and equipment service histories.

Ensure the availability of spare parts for critical equipment.

Ensure all electrical work complies with safety standards and regulations.

Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions.

Support EHS initiatives, audits, and compliance activities.

Investigate electrical-related incidents and recommend preventive measures.

5. Contractor Management

Supervise contractors performing electrical installation and maintenance work.

Ensure contractors comply with safety requirements and company standards.

Review and verify the quality of completed work before acceptance.

Support equipment reliability and maintenance improvement projects.

Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures.

Recommend and implement upgrades to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and operational performance.

What Will You Bring?

Experience in maintenance, facilities, utilities, or a manufacturing environment.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.

Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance of manufacturing equipment and utility systems.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.

Good communication and contractor management skills.

A team-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Experience conducting root cause analysis (RCA) and implementing corrective actions.