Building Technician PW 4 Wireman

Private Advertiser; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Private Advertiser seeks a technically capable electrician with a strong background in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting 1‑phase and 3‑phase wiring, DBs, and lighting systems in Malaysia. A valid PW4 with testing endorsement is required, along with proficiency in statutory inspection and safety testing and sign-off of Borang H.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, OSHA/ST safety compliance, and swift response to outages, with opportunities to assist on major switchboard

Qualifications

• Strong practical ability in electrical installation, maintenance and fault diagnosis.
• Experience in testing and sign-off of regulatory work documents.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and risk assessment practices.
• Able to respond quickly to outages and equipment trips.
• Willingness to work shift rotations and support major switchboard servicing.
• Capable of preparing technical reports and compliance certificates.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot 1-phase and 3-phase wiring circuits and DBs.
• Carry out statutory inspection and safety testing (insulation resistance, earth resistance, RCD tests, polarity).
• Sign off official documentation (Borang H) for compliance.
• Respond to power outages and equipment trips with minimal supervision; support general building maintenance as needed.

Skills

Electrical installation

Maintenance & troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading wiring diagrams

Shift flexibility

Education

Suruhanjaya Tenaga PW4 certificate (with testing endorsement)

Endorsement for Testing (Endosan Pengujian)

Tools

Megger

Earth loop impedance tester

RCD tester

Job description

The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting 1-phase and 3-phase wiring circuits, distribution boards (DB), sub-switches, motor control units, and building lighting systems. Crucially, they hold a valid Endorsement for Testing (Endosan Pengujian) and are fully competent in performing statutory inspection and safety testing protocols (insulation resistance, earth resistance, RCD trip tests, polarity) and signing off official documentation (Borang H).

Beyond technical proficiency, they display a proactive approach to preventive maintenance, strict adherence to OSHA and ST safety guidelines, and strong emergency troubleshooting skills.

Key Fit Factors

ST PW4 Certification: Holds a valid Suruhanjaya Tenaga PW4 certificate with full testing endorsement capability (Mandatory).

Testing & Sign-off Competency: Experienced in using testing equipment (Megger, earth loop impedance tester, RCD tester) and preparing regulatory compliance reports/certificates.

Safety & Regulatory Mindset: Deep understanding of the Electricity Supply Act 1990, Electricity Regulations 1994, and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) safety procedures.

Problem-Solving & Dependability: Able to respond swiftly to power outages, equipment trips, and emergency breakdowns with minimal supervision.

Teamwork & Flexibility: Willing to work on shift rotations, perform minor general building maintenance when required, and assist the resident Chargeman (A4/B0) during major switchboard servicing.