Boilerman

Weir Group; Batu Caves; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Weir Group in Malaysia invites an experienced Boiler Operator to join our site-based powerhouse team. You will operate and supervise high-pressure steam boilers, monitor pressures, and support safe, efficient boiler performance while coordinating maintenance and utilities.

The role requires a Grade 1 Boilerman Certificate, 5 years of hands-on boiler experience, and strong communication in English and Malay.

Qualifications

• Certified Grade 1 Boilerman Certificate (JKKP Malaysia/DOSH) is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years’ hands-on experience operating large industrial boilers in manufacturing/production.
• Strong communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Malaysian citizen or holder of relevant residence status.

Responsibilities

• Boiler Operation: Operate and supervise high-pressure steam boilers continuously, monitor steam pressure, and manage manual release and blow-off valves to ensure safe and efficient boiler performance.
• Maintenance Coordination: Plan, schedule, and coordinate all maintenance activities related to the powerhouse and facilities, including preventive maintenance programs to maximize uptime and reliability.
• Equipment Upkeep: Perform routine cleaning, repairs, and parts replacement on boiler components, tubes, firebox, compressors, and firefighting pump house to maintain optimal condition and compliance with safety inspections.
• Utilities Management: Oversee smooth supply and operation of all utilities on site, including conducting chemical water analysis and monitoring fuel supply levels to support production needs.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to company rules, safety standards, and housekeeping practices, actively participating in energy-saving projects and supporting a zero-harm safety culture.
• Collaboration and Reporting: Work closely with the Facility Engineer and Engineering Manager, assist maintenance teams, and accompany authorities during official equipment inspections.
• Travel Requirements: Primarily site-based with very limited travel for new boiler installations or vendor Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

Skills

Boiler operation

English language

Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Grade 1 Boilerman Certificate (JKKP Malaysia)

Job description

Position Type: Contract (Fixed Term)

What we do at Weir
We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact
You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

Boiler Operation: Operate and supervise high-pressure steam boilers continuously, monitor steam pressure, and manage manual release and blow-off valves to ensure safe and efficient boiler performance.

Maintenance Coordination: Plan, schedule, and coordinate all maintenance activities related to the powerhouse and facilities, including preventive maintenance programs to maximize uptime and reliability.

Equipment Upkeep: Perform routine cleaning, repairs, and parts replacement on boiler components, tubes, firebox, compressors, and firefighting pump house to maintain optimal condition and compliance with safety inspections.

Utilities Management: Oversee smooth supply and operation of all utilities on site, including conducting chemical water analysis and monitoring fuel supply levels to support production needs.

Safety and Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to company rules, safety standards, and housekeeping practices, actively participating in energy-saving projects and supporting a zero-harm safety culture.

Collaboration and Reporting: Work closely with the Facility Engineer and Engineering Manager, assist maintenance teams, and accompany authorities during official equipment inspections.

Travel Requirements: Primarily site-based with very limited travel for new boiler installations or vendor Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).

Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring
Must-haves:

Certified Grade 1 Boilerman Certificate issued by JKKP Malaysia (DOSH) – mandatory legal requirement

Minimum 5 years’ hands‑on experience operating and managing large industrial boilers in manufacturing or production environments

Strong communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English

Malaysian citizen or holder of relevant residence status

Nice-to-haves:

Experience in manufacturing/production operations with exposure to facilities and utilities management

Familiarity with energy-saving initiatives and sustainability practices

Ability to work effectively within a rotating shift pattern and a 24/6 operational environment

Experience liaising with vendors during equipment testing or installation

Why join Weir?
We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.
We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world‑class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end‑to‑end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.
We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Competitive pay

Career development and learning support

Access to global inclusion networks

Regional and team‑specific benefits

Wellness support for you and your family

Collaboration with global teams

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The Weir Group is committed to managing its activities to safeguard our employees, clients, the communities and the environment within which we operate. Our motto is "Moving closer toward making Weir a "Zero Harm" environment."

We have great pride in our products and also in our people and their know-how. We are currently seeking for:

Weir Minerals are specialists in delivering and supporting slurry equipment solutions including pumps, hydrocyclones, valves, screen machines and screen media, rubber and wear resistant linings for global mining and mineral processing, the power sector and general industry. Our products strength lies in the superiority of our hydraulic designs and wear and corrosion and abrasion resistant materials. In slurry pumping, processing and control applications where the cost of ownership often outweighs capital cost as a priority, we help our customers address such issues as longevity, capacity, efficiency of operation, and maintenance. We are there for you and your operation, every step of the way providing 'Expertise where it counts'.

The Weir Group is committed to managing its activities to safeguard our employees, clients, the communities and the environment within which we operate. Our motto is "Moving closer toward making Weir a "Zero Harm" environment."

We have great pride in our products and also in our people and their know-how. We are currently seeking for:

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