Energy Marshal / Electrical Safety Engineer

LONGMOTIVE (M) SDN.BHD.; Johor Bahru; Sur place; MYR 60 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

LONGMOTIVE (M) SDN BHD is actively overseeing electrical safety during the hyperscale data centre construction in Johor Bahru and Klang Valley. The Energy Marshal will verify LOTO procedures, lead electrical hazard control, and coordinate safety practices with contractors and commissioning teams on site.

The role requires hands-on oversight of electrical installations, energized zones, and risk mitigation with a focus on compliance with Malaysian regulations and client safety standards.

Qualifications

• Holder of a valid electrical competency certification as required under Malaysian regulations.
• Strong field-based experience providing electrical safety oversight during construction and commissioning phases of large-scale projects.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and managing LOTO systems in live environments.
• In-depth understanding of electrical hazards and control strategies, especially around temporary power and energization.

Responsabilités

• Electrical Safety Oversight during commissioning focus: conduct daily inspections of electrical installations, testing and commissioning activities.
• Review and authorize electrical work permits (PTW) with risk assessments and controls.
• Verify field electrical practices against procedures and method statements.

Connaissances

Electrical safety oversight

LOTO systems

Field-based experience

Regulatory compliance

Hazard identification

Formation

Electrical competency certification

Description du poste

Energy Marshal / Electrical Safety Engineer

This role provides dedicated onsite oversight of electrical safety practices during a hyperscale data centre construction project in Johor Bahru & Kuala Lumpur. The successful candidate will act as the primary point of contact for electrical hazard identification and mitigation, and will serve as the designated Energy Marshal, responsible for verifying electrical Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures in accordance with the client’s project safety standards and local Malaysian regulatory requirements.

Working Location: Johor Bahru or Klang Valley. Candidates who are currently based in, or open to relocation, any of these locations are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Safety Oversight (Commissioning Focus)

Conduct daily inspections focused on electrical installation, testing, and commissioning activities.

Review and authorize electrical work permits (PTW), ensuring adequate risk assessments and control measures are in place.

Verify electrical work practices in the field against approved procedures and method statements.

Monitor energization sequences and commissioning activities for full compliance with safety protocols.

Exercise Stop Work Authority for any imminent electrical hazards or unsafe conditions.

Provide practical, on-the-ground electrical safety coaching to contractors and commissioning teams.

Participate in daily pre-task planning and toolbox talks with a focus on electrical risks.

Manage access control for energized zones and maintain oversight of live systems throughout the commissioning process.

Energy Marshal Duties (LOTO Oversight

Act as the site’s lead authority for electrical Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) implementation and verification.

Physically confirm isolation points and verify zero energy state before work commences.

Authorize and oversee safe removal of LOTO devices, ensuring correct re-energization procedures are followed.

Conduct regular audits of electrical LOTO procedures, devices (locks/tags), and records.

Serve as the final verification authority for complex isolation sequences during commissioning.

Maintain accurate records of all LOTO activities and audits.

Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve any conflicts involving work activities and isolation requirements.

Compliance & Reporting

Ensure all electrical activities during commissioning comply with applicable Malaysian electrical safety legislation, including the Electricity Supply Act 1990, the Electrical Installations Regulations, and the client’s internal safety protocols.

Report all electrical incidents, near misses, and identified hazards promptly to site management and the EHS lead.

Assist in investigations of any electrical incidents occurring during the commissioning phase.

Maintain detailed daily logs of electrical safety observations, LOTO actions, and energization status for visibility and assurance.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Holder of a valid and recognised electrical competency certification as required under Malaysian regulations (e.g., Suruhanjaya Tenaga Competent Electrical Engineer or Chargeman certifications).

Strong field-based experience providing electrical safety oversight during construction and commissioning phases of large-scale projects (e.g., data centres, industrial plants, energy infrastructure).

Demonstrated experience implementing and managing LOTO systems in live, complex commissioning environments.

In-depth understanding of electrical hazards and effective control strategies, particularly around temporary power and energization.

LONGMOTIVE (M) SDN BHD is a premier, full-service construction partner specializing in the end-to-end delivery of mission-critical data center facilities.

We provide comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) solutions for the hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise sectors. Our core competency lies in managing the complexity of large-scale technical builds, from groundbreaking to final commissioning. We are the architects of the digital infrastructure, delivering facilities defined by resilience, scalability, and operational excellence.

LONGMOTIVE (M) SDN BHD is a premier, full-service construction partner specializing in the end-to-end delivery of mission-critical data center facilities.

We provide comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) solutions for the hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise sectors. Our core competency lies in managing the complexity of large-scale technical builds, from groundbreaking to final commissioning. We are the architects of the digital infrastructure, delivering facilities defined by resilience, scalability, and operational excellence.