BOILERMAN

The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Malaysia is seeking a Boiler Operator to manage and maintain high-pressure steam boilers. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring safety protocols, conducting regular maintenance checks, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations. Candidates must hold a valid Boiler Man Certificate of Competency and have experience in boiler operations, ideally in a manufacturing environment. This role is critical for maintaining safety and efficiency in the hotel's operations.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid government-issued Boiler Man Certificate of Competency.
• Requires 1–4 years of experience in boiler maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of boiler systems and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate high-pressure steam boilers.
• Conduct routine checks and preventive maintenance on boiler systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and documentation for inspections.

Skills

Boiler operations

Troubleshooting

Safety standards

Chemical testing

Technical document interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational certificate in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Operating and monitoring high-pressure steam boilers, including performing routine start-up, shutdown, and blowdown procedures.
• Continuously monitoring gauges, meters, and control systems to ensure correct pressure, temperature, water, and fuel levels.
• Adjusting controls and valves to maintain optimal performance and meet production demand.
• Conducting daily checks, inspections, and regular preventive maintenance (cleaning, lubrication, replacing worn parts) on boiler systems and auxiliary equipment (e.g., cooling towers, compressors, pumps).
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing faults or breakdowns in boiler operations and performing first-level repairs.
• Coordinating with maintenance teams for major repairs and improvements.
• Ensuring the boiler operation strictly adheres to all safety procedures and legal regulations (e.g., those set by DOSH/JKKP in Malaysia, or relevant national/local authorities).
• Preparing the boiler and associated documentation for annual statutory inspections by relevant authorities.
• Monitoring safety devices and taking prompt action to resolve any safety hazards.
• Performing chemical analysis and testing of boiler feedwater and boiler water to prevent corrosion, scale, and deposits.
• Making necessary chemical adjustments to maintain water quality specifications.
• Maintaining detailed logbooks and checklists of daily boiler operations, readings, maintenance routines, repairs, and safety activities.
• Reporting day-to-day activities and any abnormalities to the shift supervisor or Steam Engineer.

Qualifications and Skills

• Certification: Must possess a valid official government‑issued Boiler Man Certificate of Competency (e.g., Grade 1 or Grade 2, depending on the boiler class and location). This is often the most critical requirement.
• Education: Typically requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, with a vocational certificate, diploma, or advanced/graduate diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering fields often preferred.
• Experience: Usually requires at least 1–4 years of working experience in the operation and maintenance of industrial boilers, particularly in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong knowledge of boiler systems, mechanics, controls, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical and operational faults.
• Knowledge of boiler water treatment and chemical testing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and manuals.