Sustainability Engineer (Group Sustainability, Corporate HQ)

Zohorecruit; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking a Sustainability Engineer for the Group Sustainability team in Shah Alam, Malaysia. The role focuses on bridging corporate strategy with plant operations to drive carbon footprint reduction and social responsibility initiatives.

The candidate will work on strategic monitoring, data governance, and compliance, collaborating with sites to implement sustainability roadmaps and optimize resource management across the group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, or related Sustainability field.
• 2–3 years of experience in environmental or sustainability sector; fresh graduates encouraged.
• Strong communication in Mandarin, English and Bahasa Malaysia is essential for technical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Monitoring: Plan and oversee sustainability activities across the Group to align with corporate goals.
• Data Governance: Collect and manage qualitative and quantitative sustainability data for reporting.
• Compliance & Auditing: Conduct site assessments and advise on corrective actions for regulatory compliance.
• Operational Integration: Collaborate with plant operations to develop actionable sustainability roadmaps.
• Environmental Conservation: Improve resource management, including water, air, recycling, and waste reduction.
• Research & Innovation: Explore renewable energy, climate change, and carbon footprint optimization.
• Social Impact & Advocacy: Analyze social impact and advise on human rights requirements.
• Stakeholder Advisory: Advise internal policymakers on environmental best practices and standards.

Job description

Sustainability Engineer (Group Sustainability, Corporate HQ)

Shah Alam, Malaysia | Posted on 09/28/2026

Our client is a distinguished global leader in the manufacturing sector and a prominent constituent of the Bursa Malaysia FTSE450. Headquartered in their corporate hub, they are dedicated to driving large-scale industrial excellence through a robust commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable innovation.

Job Summary

As a Sustainability Engineer within the Group Sustainability team, you will be pivotal in shaping the organization’s green roadmap. You will bridge the gap between corporate strategy and plant operations, ensuring data-driven compliance and pioneering new initiatives in carbon footprint reduction and social responsibility.

Job Responsibilities

Strategic Monitoring: Plan and oversee sustainability management activities across the entire Group of companies to ensure alignment with corporate goals.

Data Governance: Lead the collection and collation of qualitative and quantitative sustainability data to support transparent reporting and performance tracking.

Compliance & Auditing: Conduct regular site assessments to identify implementation gaps and advise management on corrective actions for regulatory compliance.

Operational Integration: Collaborate directly with plant operation teams to develop and execute actionable sustainability roadmaps.

Environmental Conservation: Spearhead improvements in resource management, including water security, air pollution control, recycling, and waste reduction.

Research & Innovation: Identify and investigate critical areas such as renewable energy, climate change, and carbon footprint optimization.

Social Impact & Advocacy: Analyze human influence on the environment and advise departments on human rights and social impact requirements.

Stakeholder Advisory: Act as a consultant to internal policymakers regarding environmental best practices and emerging global standards.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, or a related Sustainability field.

Experience: A minimum of 2–3 years of proven experience in the environmental or sustainability sector.Fresh graduates are highly encouraged to apply. Internship experience in ESG, carbon footprinting, or ISO standards is a plus.

Technical Knowledge: Deep familiarity with local and international environmental standards, with specific expertise in Climate Change, Pollution Control, and Resource Management.

Soft Skills: Analytical mindset with creative problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently with minimal supervision.

Communication: Proficiency in Mandarin, English and Bahasa Malaysia is essential for technical reporting; the ability to speak Mandarin is a significant advantage.

Mobility: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and a willingness to travel to various sites as required.