Manager - Engineering (Utility & Wastewater Treatment)

Hartalega; Sepang; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Malaysia seeks an experienced utilities manager to oversee factory utility systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least 8 years of relevant experience. The role involves optimizing utility usage, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading maintenance efforts. A strong understanding of systems like chillers and compressors is essential, along with abilities in safety measures and energy management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in utilities/facilities management or similar manufacturing role.
• Relevant certifications in utilities/energy are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize energy, water, and utility usage across the factory.
• Lead preventive, corrective, and improvement maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.
• Plan and execute shutdowns, projects, and utility interruptions.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures.

Skills

Strong M&I knowledge

Troubleshooting

Manpower planning

Lean tools

Energy/resource management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field

Tools

Chiller systems

Compressor systems

Water treatment systems

Job description

Responsible for managing all factory utility systems (energy, water, compressed air, steam, etc.), ensuring safe, reliable, efficient, and compliant operations while driving cost optimization and sustainability.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and optimize energy, water, and utility usage across the factory.
• Lead preventive, corrective, and improvement maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies (DOSH, DOE, SPAN, LUAS, Gas Malaysia, TNB).
• Plan and execute shutdowns, projects, and utility interruptions.
• Approve utility parameters, budgets, expenditures, and contracts.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures.
• Drive operational excellence, reliability, and efficiency (OEE).
• Lead and develop a team of engineers/technicians; ensure training, competency, and certifications
• Review KPIs, reports, and proposals to align with business objectives.
• Collaborate with management and other departments on procedures, projects, and improvement initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field.

Work Experience

Minimum 8 years in utilities/facilities management or similar manufacturing role.

Technical and Professional Knowledge

• Strong M&I knowledge; experience with chiller, compressor, and water treatment systems
• Knowledge of GMP, safety regulations, ISO standards
• Skilled in troubleshooting, time study, and manpower planning
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance (DOSH, DOE, SPAN, LUAS).
• Familiar with Lean tools and energy/resource management
• Relevant certifications in utilities/energy are an advantage.