Senior Maintenance Engineer — Manufacturing Ops

GM Recruitment; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Facility Maintenance Engineer in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 3–6 years of hands-on experience in facility maintenance, preferably in manufacturing. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment issues, planning maintenance, supervising teams, and coordinating with vendors to ensure operational standards. Strong communication skills in Malay, Mandarin, and English are required, along with a safety-conscious attitude.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years hands-on experience in equipment or facility maintenance (manufacturing preferred).
• Experience in leading or supervising maintenance teams.
• Willing to be on-call during weekends.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and equipment issues.
• Plan and carry out preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Supervise and coordinate maintenance technicians and contractors.
• Support production with technical guidance and on-the-job training.
• Manage daily equipment operations and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with vendors on repairs, upgrades, and improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Communication in Malay

Communication in Mandarin

Communication in English

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Facility Maintenance Engineer in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 3–6 years of hands-on experience in facility maintenance, preferably in manufacturing. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment issues, planning maintenance, supervising teams, and coordinating with vendors to ensure operational standards. Strong communication skills in Malay, Mandarin, and English are required, along with a safety-conscious attitude.