Plant Operator

Gradiant; Selangor; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime Pay

On-the-job Training Provided

EPF/SOCSO & EIS Contributions

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Gradiant Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a hardworking Plant Operator to join our water and wastewater treatment plant in Selangor.

No prior experience needed—training will be provided. If you are disciplined, willing to learn, and comfortable with rotating shifts, this role could be a good fit. You will operate and monitor the plant, record readings and chemical usage, top up chemicals, perform backwash and desludging, and ensure safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum SPM or equivalent.
• 18 years or older.
• Willing to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Disciplined with minimal supervision and good teamwork.
• Reads/writes Bahasa Melayu and/or English.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the water treatment plant following the SOP.
• Record daily plant readings and chemical usage.
• Top up chemicals, backwash, desludging, and plant upkeep.
• Follow safety rules and ensure discharge water meets DOE standards.
• Report problems or breakdowns to your supervisor.
• Keep the plant area clean and tidy.
• Assist with basic maintenance and equipment checks.
• Perform handover with teammates during shift change.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.

Skills

Team player

Disciplined

Willing to learn

Read/Write Bahasa Melayu & English

Education

Minimum SPM or equivalent

Job description

Plant Operator Gradiant Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Selangor, Malaysia 9/17/26 Field Services

About Gradiant

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at www.gradiant.com.

Job Overview

We are looking for a hardworking and responsible Plant Operator to join our water and wastewater treatment plant. No prior experience needed — training will be provided. If you are disciplined, willing to learn, and don't mind shift work, this could be a good fit for you.

What You Will Do

• Operate and monitor the water/wastewater treatment plant following the SOP given
• Record daily plant readings and chemical usage
• Top up chemicals, do filter backwash, desludging, and general plant upkeep
• Follow safety rules and make sure discharge water meets DOE standards
• Report any problems or breakdowns to your supervisor
• Keep the plant area clean and tidy
• Help with basic maintenance and equipment checks
• Do proper handover with your teammates during shift change
• Attend trainings and meetings as required

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum SPM or equivalent
• 18 years and above
• Willing to work rotating shifts (including night, weekend, and public holiday)
• Disciplined and can work with minimal supervision
• Good team player
• Have own transport and a smartphone
• Can read and write in Bahasa Melayu and/or English

What You Get

• Overtime Pay
• On-the-job Training Provided
• EPF, SOCSO & EIS Contributions
• Career Growth Opportunities

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.