Mechanical Technician

BR Metals; Pontian; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Johor, Malaysia is seeking a Mechanical Technician to oversee maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment. This role involves collaborating with contractors, managing inventory for spare parts, and ensuring safety compliance while assisting production teams. Candidates should possess a technical certificate in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and a minimum of three years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in troubleshooting and repair on machines with hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and electrical circuits.
• Able to draft simple drawings using AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee machines and facilities.
• Schedule contractors for air-conditioning maintenance.
• Manage projects to update or replace machinery.
• Support safety compliance in workplace activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting hydraulic systems

Electrical wiring knowledge

AutoCAD proficiency

Fabrication works

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Mandarin language skills

Education

Technical certificate in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Mechanical Technician oversees the maintenance, repair, and improvement of mechanical equipment and facilities, while supporting safety, production, and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee machines and facilities.
• Schedule and oversee contractors for air‑conditioning servicing and maintenance.
• Maintain inventory and ensure consistent stock of spare parts.
• Manage projects to upgrade, improve or replace machinery and equipment for automation or efficiency in line with group direction.
• Perform housekeeping of tools and the workplace to ensure cleanliness and hygiene.
• Assist the safety coordinator in monitoring workplace activities to ensure compliance with SOPs.
• Manage company network, internet and phone lines.
• Support the safety coordinator in maintaining and troubleshooting CCTV and security alarm systems.
• Assist the production team during the production process as needed, while ensuring safety and health protocols are followed.
• Assist in achieving production goals.
• Assist with incoming and outgoing documentation as well as visual inspection of shipments.
• Provide support across maintenance, operations and other areas as needed.

Requirements

• Technical certificate in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years experience in performing troubleshooting & repair on machine with hydraulic system, pneumatic system.
• Familiarity with electrical wiring, circuits, and safety procedures.
• Able to read and understand the Mechanical & Electrical drawings.
• Have hands on experience on fabrication works in office and production area.
• Able to use AutoCad to draft simple single line drawing for modified machine.
• Able to use Microsoft Outlook, Words, Excel.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is advantageous for liaising with Chinese engineering team.