Plant Facilities & EHS Engineer

Jobstreet Malaysia; Puchong; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OSH Certificate support

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Plant Facilities & EHS Engineer to support the safe, reliable and well-maintained operation of the plant and its facilities. You will oversee day-to-day facility activities, housekeeping, basic maintenance coordination, contractor oversight and EHS compliance, ensuring deficiencies are promptly addressed.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma or degree in Engineering or related field and 1–3 years of experience in industrial environments, with a solid understanding of

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Environmental, Occupational Safety & Health or related discipline.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in industrial plants, manufacturing, utilities, water/wastewater treatment or similar environments.
• Basic understanding of plant maintenance and facility management.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and environmental requirements.
• Ability to inspect plants, engage contractors and operations personnel, identify deficiencies and follow up corrective actions.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Hands-on, field-focused with willingness to spend significant time in the plant.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of plant and facility conditions, including WWTP facilities and equipment structures.
• Identify damaged or unsafe facilities and coordinate corrective actions.
• Coordinate minor repairs with internal teams and contractors.
• Maintain a defects register and track actions to closure.
• Ensure emergency routes and work areas are unobstructed.
• Support EHS inspections and risk assessments implementation.
• Monitor PPE compliance and safety behaviours.
• Assist in incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Drive housekeeping standards and monitor contractors on site.
• Verify permits, risk assessments and control measures are in place before work begins.

Skills

Plant inspections

EHS compliance

Risk assessments

Permit-to-Work

PPE compliance

Contractor coordination

Incident investigations

Housekeeping

Education

Diploma or degree in Engineering

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

The Plant Facilities & EHS Engineer is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable and well-maintained condition of the plant and its associated facilities. The role provides day-to-day oversight of plant facilities, workplace conditions, housekeeping, basic maintenance coordination, contractor activities and EHS compliance, ensuring deficiencies are identified early, assigned to the appropriate responsible party and followed through to closure.

Key responsibilities

Conduct routine inspections of the overall plant and facility condition, including WWTP plant facilities, process tank structures, equipment platforms, gratings, walkways, fixed ladders and stairs, handrails, bunds and containment areas, chemical storage and dosing areas, drainage systems, pipe supports, equipment foundations, ventilation systems, lighting and access points

Identify damaged, deteriorated or unsafe facilities and coordinate corrective actions

Monitor general utilities and facility-related systems where applicable

Coordinate minor facility repair and improvement works with internal teams and contractors

Maintain a register of facility defects and track actions until closure

Ensure emergency access routes, walkways and working areas remain unobstructed and serviceable

Conduct routine EHS inspections and workplace observations to identify unsafe acts and unsafe conditions

Support implementation of Risk Assessments, Safe Work Procedures and Permit-to-Work requirements

Monitor PPE compliance and general workforce safety behaviours

Support incident and near-miss investigations and follow-up of corrective and preventive actions

Drive good housekeeping standards throughout the plant and conduct routine plant walkdowns

Monitor contractors performing maintenance, repair and facility works within the plant

Verify that required permits, risk assessments and control measures are established before work begins

Support preparation and closure of client EHS and facility observations

Prepare a concise monthly Facilities & EHS performance update highlighting major findings, overdue actions, recurring problems and improvement initiatives

About you

Diploma or degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Environmental, Occupational Safety & Health or related discipline

Approximately 1-3 years of relevant experience in industrial plants, manufacturing, utilities, water/wastewater treatment or similar environments

Basic understanding of plant maintenance and facility management

Knowledge of workplace safety and environmental requirements

Comfortable conducting plant inspections and engaging contractors and operations personnel

Able to identify deficiencies and independently follow up corrective actions

Good documentation and reporting skills

Practical, hands-on and willing to spend significant time in the plant rather than performing the role primarily from the office

Strong communication skills and problem-solving skills to convey ideas and technical information effectively with team and customers

Excellent team player with good interpersonal skills and a can-do attitude

Ability to multi-task in a fast paced and dynamic environment

Deep knowledge of construction EHS best practice, aware of the legal aspects and ability to recognize all construction hazards and how to manage them

Ability to make decisions, work with people and set standards

Proven ability to manage a safety program and create a safety culture through safety programs

Works independently with minimal supervision

Yellow Book (Registered Site Safety Supervisor) – Optional

OSH Coordinator Certificate – Company will send if selected candidate does not possess it