Facilities Manager (Semiconductor / Electronics Manufacturing)

SAM Engineering & Equipment (M) Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SAM Engineering & Equipment (M) Bhd in Penang is seeking a Facilities Manager for semiconductor/electronics manufacturing. You will lead the facilities team to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient buildings, equipment, and services.

You will oversee M&E systems, plant maintenance, cleaning, landscaping, and canteen operations, manage external contractors, plan preventive maintenance, monitor budgets, and contribute to EHS policy improvements.

Qualifications

• Ter tiary qualification in a technical or engineering-related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in semiconductor or electronics manufacturing.
• Chargeman certification by the Malaysia Energy Commission is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management with strong computer literacy.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with cross-functional collaboration ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Facilities team to ensure safe, functional, and compliant buildings and surrounds.
• Oversee building services, M&E systems, plant and equipment maintenance, cleaning, landscaping, and canteen operations.
• Manage external contractors and service providers, including tendering, contract negotiation, and compliance inspections.
• Plan and implement preventive maintenance programs for all facilities and equipment.
• Monitor budgets and drive cost-saving initiatives while maintaining efficiency and quality.
• Participate in the EHS committee to enhance health, safety, and environmental policies.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Computer literacy

Organization

Multitasking

Education

Technical/Engineering degree

Job description

Facilities Manager (Semiconductor / Electronics Manufacturing)

Shape and elevate our facilities operations to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient workplaces that support employees and drive business success.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the Facilities team to ensure buildings, equipment, and surroundings are safe, functional, and compliant with regulations.

Oversee building services, M&E systems, plant and equipment maintenance, cleaning, landscaping, and canteen operations.

Manage external contractors and service providers, including tendering, contract negotiation, and compliance inspections.

Plan and implement preventive maintenance programs for all facilities and equipment.

Monitor budgets and drive cost-saving initiatives while maintaining efficiency and quality.

Participate in the EHS committee to enhance health, safety, and environmental policies and practices.

Requirements:

Tertiary qualification in a technical or engineering-related field.

Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in a semiconductor or electronics manufacturing environment.

Chargeman certification by the Malaysia Energy Commission (Suruhanjaya Tenaga, Malaysia) is an advantage.

Strong leadership, problem-solving, and results-oriented mindset.

Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with strong computer literacy.

Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask and collaborate effectively across functions.

Unlock job insights

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a manager / team lead?
• How would you rate your English language skills?

SAM Malaysia is a key player in precision machining, equipment integration and automation solutions, primarily for the aerospace and equipment/semiconductor industries.

We are a subsidiary of Singapore Aerospace Manufacturing (SAM) Pte Ltd a leading manufacturer of critical aero-engine components whose clientele includes some of the world’s major aviation players. In addition to Malaysia and Singapore, SAM also has a presence in Thailand, China, Germany and the United Kingdom.

We are growing and we need suitably qualified people to support us on our journey. If you are looking for an environment where you will be challenged and where you will be able to contribute in a meaningful way, do consider what we have to offer. You have the opportunity to learn and collaborate with our international workforce and business partners from Asia and Europe.

Join a company that was born in South East Asia, has grown to be present in five other countries across the world and with ambitions to grow further. There are sometimes greater learning opportunities, greater satisfaction and sense of achievement in being part of a team that reaches for the top than joining a team that is already there.

Come be part of our growth journey!

Come join our diversified team and we will provide the thrust you need to take your career to the skies!

SAM Malaysia is a key player in precision machining, equipment integration and automation solutions, primarily for the aerospace and equipment/semiconductor industries.

We are a subsidiary of Singapore Aerospace Manufacturing (SAM) Pte Ltd a leading manufacturer of critical aero-engine components whose clientele includes some of the world’s major aviation players. In addition to Malaysia and Singapore, SAM also has a presence in Thailand, China, Germany and the United Kingdom.

We are growing and we need suitably qualified people to support us on our journey. If you are looking for an environment where you will be challenged and where you will be able to contribute in a meaningful way, do consider what we have to offer. You have the opportunity to learn and collaborate with our international workforce and business partners from Asia and Europe.

Join a company that was born in South East Asia, has grown to be present in five other countries across the world and with ambitions to grow further. There are sometimes greater learning opportunities, greater satisfaction and sense of achievement in being part of a group that reaches for the top than joining a group that is already there.

Come be part of our growth journey!

Come join our diversified team and we will provide the thrust you need to take your career to the skies!