Maintenance Engineer

FORTUNE FOOD MANUFACTURING SDN. BHD.; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Food Manufacturing Sdn Bhd is seeking a Lead M&E Technician to oversee day-to-day maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of food manufacturing equipment, ensuring safe, reliable operations and regulatory compliance across the factory.

The role involves supervising a technician team, managing preventive/predictive maintenance, boiler and utility operations, and mentoring staff while partnering with the Factory Manager to optimise asset life and uptime.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma / Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in boilers and co-generation processes.
• Steam boiler attendant certificate and training as a boiler engineer.
• At least 3 to 5 years of working experience in related field, ideally in food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of PLC control systems and electro-mechanical pneumatics applications.
• Good exposure to electrical/mechanical works and facility management.
• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and process improvements.
• Proficient in spoken and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Workplace Safety and Health regulations and boiler/pressure vessel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Factory Manager and assist in monitoring machinery, reviewing performance, and initiating corrective measures when necessary.
• Troubleshoot and modify or replace parts on process equipment as required.
• Lead a technician, overseeing daily maintenance and troubleshooting of food manufacturing equipment, while actively engaging in machinery repairs.
• Ensure effective, economical, and safe operation of all electrical and mechanical services equipment and systems.
• Plan and execute preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to minimize unplanned equipment downtime and extend asset lifespan.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, service logs, and equipment history, for audit and reliability tracking purposes.
• Manage spare parts inventory levels and coordinate with vendors and external contractors for procurement, repairs, and servicing.
• Guide, train, and mentor technicians and engineering assistants to build technical competency and strengthen the maintenance team.
• Ensure compliance with Workplace Safety and Health regulations, including participation in risk assessments, permit-to-work processes, and safety audits.
• Liaise with statutory authorities on boiler and pressure vessel inspections, licensing, and certification renewals.

Education

Diploma / Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Lead M&E Technician in the day-to-day maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of food manufacturing equipment, machinery, and plant utilities, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations at all times. The Maintenance Engineer plays a hands-on role in preventive and corrective maintenance, boiler and utility operations, and workshop management, while supporting the Factory Manager in driving maintenance planning, equipment reliability, and compliance with statutory safety requirements across the factory.

Key responsibilities

Report to the Factory Manager and assist in monitoring machinery, reviewing performance, and initiating corrective measures when necessary

Troubleshoot and modify or replace parts on process equipment as required

Lead a technician, overseeing daily maintenance and troubleshooting of food manufacturing equipment, while actively engaging in machinery repairs

Ensure effective, economical, and safe operation of all electrical and mechanical services equipment and systems

Plan and execute preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to minimize unplanned equipment downtime and extend asset lifespan

Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, service logs, and equipment history, for audit and reliability tracking purposes

Manage spare parts inventory levels and coordinate with vendors and external contractors for procurement, repairs, and servicing

Guide, train, and mentor technicians and engineering assistants to build technical competency and strengthen the maintenance team

Ensure compliance with Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations, including participation in risk assessments, permit-to-work processes, and safety audits

Liaise with statutory authorities on boiler and pressure vessel inspections, licensing, and certification renewals

About you

Minimum Diploma / Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Experience in the operation of boilers and co-generation processes

Minimum steam boiler attendant certificate, and training as a first/second-grade boiler engineer

At least 3 to 5 years of working experience in the related field, ideally in a food manufacturing environment

Knowledge of computer-based/PLC control systems and electro-mechanical pneumatics applications

Good exposure to electrical/mechanical works and facility management

Hands-on experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and process improvements

Proficient in spoken and written communication skills

Working knowledge of Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations and boiler/pressure vessel statutory requirements

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and P&ID schematics

Fortune Food Manufacturing Sdn Bhd is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PSC Corporation Limited.

Certified with Halal and ISO standards, we are committed to delivering safe, high-quality and innovative products that meet the needs of our customers. With production facilities in Malaysia and Singapore, we uphold the highest standards of food safety and quality assurance.

As part of business growth and expansion, we are looking for talented candidate to join and lead the dynamic team.

Fortune Food Manufacturing Sdn Bhd is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PSC Corporation Limited.

Certified with Halal and ISO standards, we are committed to delivering safe, high-quality and innovative products that meet the needs of our customers. With production facilities in Malaysia and Singapore, we uphold the highest standards of food safety and quality assurance.

As part of business growth and expansion, we are looking for talented candidate to join and lead the dynamic team.

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