Mill Engineer (Palm Oil Industry)

Private Advertiser; Kota Samarahan; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia seeks a Mill Operations Supervisor to oversee daily process operations, quality control, maintenance, and workplace safety, ensuring production targets and MSPO standards are met. You will lead a team, manage process control and data reporting, drive mill optimization, and ensure timely maintenance planning and preventive measures.

Requirements include a Diploma/Degree in Mechanical, Chemical or Marine Engineering, and at least 2 years’ experience (fresh graduates

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical, Chemical or Marine Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of working experience in related field; fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia (written & verbal).
• Experience in Palm Oil Mill Operations will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily process operations including process control and quality control.
• Lead mill maintenance: planning, scheduling, implementing, reviewing and improving programs.
• Ensure laboratory data and production records are accurately maintained.
• Support downstream projects and operation optimization to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure daily production targets (CPO & FFB) are met and monitor oil and kernel extraction rates.
• Take prompt action when processing losses exceed the standard and explain deviations.
• Prepare daily reports and maintain Engineer’s logbook.
• Comply with quality standards and Malaysia Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Quality control

Communication

English & Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Chemical/Marine Engineering

Job description

Job Summary: To oversee palm oil mill operations, production efficiency, quality control, maintenance, and workplace safety while ensuring production targets, MSPO standards, and statutory requirements are met.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assist in overseeing daily process operations including process control, quality control, water treatment, effluent treatment, occupational safety, troubleshooting and housekeeping matters.
• To play a leading role to keep at breath with the latest technology in mill engineering and processing to achieve mill optimization and technology transfer.
• Ensure laboratory analytical data are accurately maintained, all production records and reports are correctly prepared for meeting and presentation at any time.
• To support and maximize the efficiency of any downstream project and operation optimization.
• To lead palm oil mill’s maintenance by planning, scheduling, implementing, reviewing and improving the program.
• Ensure the mill’s daily production targets are met (Crew Palm Oil Kernal (CPO) & Fresh Fruit Bunch (FFB) processing).
• Ensure daily production yields are met (Oil Extraction Rates, Kernel Extraction Rates) and estimate Fresh Fruit Bunch (FFB) balance.
• Take prompt action when processing losses exceed the standard and provide an explanation for any deviation from the limits.
• Prepare daily reports and ensure Engineer’s logbook is filled in properly.
• Comply with all the quality standards practiced in the mill.
• Implement a preventive maintenance program for all types of machinery.
• Supervise a team of workers, arrange their shifts and train them to work safely.
• Review cost production with the Senior Mill Engineer/Mill manager monthly and take appropriate action.
• Conduct daily briefings for all subordinates before starting work.
• Join the quality audit team in safety audits or audits for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all Standard Operating Procedures are followed.
• Able to comply with Malaysia Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) standard and related statutory requirements.
• Ensure effective process quality control and loss control throughout the palm oil mill operations.
• Carry out preventive maintenance, including repair works, to ensure all mill machinery and equipment operate efficiently.

REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate must possess at least Diploma / Degree in Mechanical/Chemical/ Marine Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of working experience in a related field. Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good command in English and Bahasa Malaysia (Written & Verbal)
• Experience in handling Palm Oil Mill Operations will be an added advantage.