Production Engineer (Melaka)

Air Liquide SA; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Liquide Malaysia is seeking a Production Engineer (Melaka) to lead safe, reliable site operations and drive continuous improvement across plant processes. You will monitor performance, manage maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires a chemical engineering degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with strong leadership and collaboration skills to guide technicians and coordinate with maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in related industry with chemical process operations.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to lead a collaborative team of technicians.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe and reliable site operations by monitoring performance and ensuring procedures align with industry practices.
• Identify key performance indicators and use data to implement actionable improvement strategies.
• Optimize plant processes to meet operational budgets while maintaining high efficiency, availability and reliability.
• Own site maintenance regime, ensure full compliance, manage work orders and coordinate spare parts.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize unplanned downtime and schedule activities for peak availability.
• Promote safety-first culture with MOC and permit-to-work requirements and near-miss reporting.
• Maintain up-to-date operating documentation and SOPs for team guidance.
• Provide ongoing training and ensure personnel are fully qualified for their tasks.
• Ensure IMS compliance and liaise with authorities on HSE standards.
• Provide support during emergencies, troubleshoot, investigate non-conformities and implement preventive actions.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Industrial safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

## Production Engineer (Melaka)Applylocations: Malaysia, Melakatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R10096420Air Liquide began operations in Malaysia in 1927 and is one of the pioneers of the gas industry in Malaysia. Operating in 11 locations in Malaysia, comprising both sales offices and production facilities, Air Liquide supports our customers through providing innovative solutions at every step of their production, including industrial and specialty gases, energy solutions, application technologies and services. With a strong workforce of 400 employees and business growth through our recent acquisition with nationwide presence, this will provide an exciting experience and journey with the opportunity that is unique yet challenging to gauge the integration and synergy processes that will change the entire competition landscape in Malaysia.The mission of the Production Engineer is also to manage safely and effectively in order to ensure safe and smooth operation that meets all the stakeholders' requirements, and be proactive with innovation for continuous improvements.## How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?****Air Liquide Malaysia****Air Liquide began operations in Malaysia in 1927 and is one of the pioneers of the gas industry in Malaysia. Operating in 11 locations in Malaysia, comprising both sales offices and production facilities, Air Liquide supports our customers through providing innovative solutions at every step of their production, including industrial and specialty gases, energy solutions, application technologies and services.With a strong workforce of 400 employees and business growth through our recent acquisition with nationwide presence, this will provide an exciting experience and journey with the opportunity that is unique yet challenging to gauge the integration and synergy processes that will change the entire competition landscape in Malaysia.****Responsibilities:***** Lead safe and reliable site operations by continuously monitoring performance and ensuring all procedures align with industry best practices.* Identifying key performance indicators and leveraging statistical data to implement actionable improvement strategies.* Optimize plant processes to meet operational budgets while ensuring high standards of efficiency, availability, and reliability.* Take ownership of the site maintenance regime, ensuring full compliance, efficient work order management, and proactive spare parts coordination.* Collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize unplanned downtime and strategically schedule maintenance activities for peak plant availability.* Encourage a safety-first culture by enforcing strict Management of Change (MOC) and permit-to-work requirements while promoting proactive near-miss reporting.* Maintain up-to-date, accessible operational documentation and standard operating procedures to ensure all team members have the guidance.* Providing ongoing training, evaluation, and clear guidance to ensure all personnel are fully qualified for their assigned tasks.* Manage supply reliability and IMS compliance while liaising with local authorities to ensure adherence to all regulatory and HSE standards.* Provide critical support during emergencies, lead second-level troubleshooting, and investigate non-conformities to implement preventive actions against future occurrences.## Are you a MATCH?* Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.* Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in related industry with chemical process related operations/process.* Robust knowledge of industrial safety frameworks and requirements.* Demonstrated ability to work closely with, motivate, and effectively lead a collaborative team of technicians.\*\*We thank you for your interest in Air Liquide. Interested applicants are encouraged to send in a detailed resume, including reasons for leaving past employment. Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.\*\*