General Manager

Private Advertiser; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser, a Bursa-listed engineering solutions provider, seeks a General Manager to lead operations and drive sustainable growth across engineering, manufacturing and business functions. Reporting to the Group Managing Director, the GM will execute strategy, strengthen governance, manage risk, and ensure project delivery within scope, budget and schedule while advancing continuous improvement.

You will build high-performing teams, foster accountability, and drive initiatives in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or general manager role.
• Proven track record in managing operations within engineering, business, or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong governance, risk management and compliance in a listed company environment.
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational transformation and business growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of all operational functions aligned to Group objectives.
• Drive operational efficiency, productivity improvement, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Oversee end-to-end project execution, ensuring delivery within scope, budget and timeline.
• Establish and enforce robust internal controls, governance frameworks, and corporate governance standards.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, quality assurance standards, and safety policies.
• Lead technical advancement and innovation in fabrication, engineering processes, and design capabilities.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to enhance operational performance.
• Support corporate strategy, mergers & acquisitions initiatives, and business expansion plans.
• Build and lead high-performing teams, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational governance

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

A specialized engineering solutions provider and part of a Bursa Malaysia-listed group, seeking to appoint a highly accomplished and strategic General Manager to lead operational excellence and support sustainable business growth.

Role Overview

Reporting directly to the Group Managing Director, the GM will be responsible for the overall management and performance of the Corporate’s operations. The role encompasses strategic execution, operational governance, project delivery, and continuous improvement across engineering, manufacturing, and business functions.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all operational functions to ensure alignment with Group objectives

Drive operational efficiency, productivity improvement, and cost optimization initiatives

Oversee end-to-end project execution, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timeline

Establish and enforce robust internal controls, compliance frameworks, and corporate governance standards

Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, quality assurance standards, and safety policies

Lead technical advancement and innovation in fabrication, engineering processes, and design capabilities

Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance operational performance

Support corporate strategy, mergers & acquisitions initiatives, and business expansion plans

Build and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related discipline;

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or general manager role

Proven track record in managing operations within engineering, business, or manufacturing sectors

Strong understanding of corporate governance, risk management, and compliance within a listed company environment

Demonstrated ability in driving customized operational transformation and business growth

Excellent leadership presence with strong stakeholder management

High level of commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and decision‑making capability

Remuneration

An attractive executive remuneration package commensurate with experience will be offered, including performance-based incentives aligned with Group objectives.