Technical Operations Lead

Geo Ground Engineering Operations Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in soil stabilization is seeking a dynamic Technical Operations Lead to supervise technical teams across multiple projects. The role involves overseeing operations, resolving issues, and managing client relations while maintaining high performance standards. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and site experience, alongside strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of site-based experience, preferably in foundation or related civil works.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Possesses own transport and is willing to travel on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Lead all technical site engineers and supervise day-to-day operations at project sites.
• Identify and resolve technical and operational issues promptly and effectively.
• Drive innovation by proposing and implementing new solutions and work methods.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical Problem Solving

Collaboration

Adaptability

Customer Service Orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are a leading service provider specializing in soil stabilization for deep foundation installations, such as bored piles and diaphragm walls. Our team assists customers on-site to solve soil stabilization challenges using our cutting-edge products. We are looking for a dynamic and hands on Technical Operations Lead to lead and supervise our technical site teams across multiple projects.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead all technical site engineers and supervise day-to-day operations at project sites.

• Set targets and performance standards for the projects.

• Act as the key liaison between various parties.

• Identify and resolve technical and operational issues promptly and effectively.

• Drive innovation by proposing and implementing new solutions and work methods.

• Manage site inventory and materials, ensuring optimal usage and minimal waste.

• Motivate, guide and train engineers to improve productivity and technical capability.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and their site representatives.

• Ensure timely and accurate project reporting to management and clients.

• Ensure smooth coordination with office support teams.

Job Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.

• 3–5 years of site-based experience, preferably in foundation or related civil works.

• Proficiency in MS Office.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work well with diverse teams.

• Capable of handling pressure, long working hours, and challenging deadlines.

• Fast learner with the ability to adapt quickly to new environments or tasks.

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to foresee issues and provide innovative solutions.

• Strong leadership qualities and a customer-oriented mindset.

• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

• Possesses own transport and is willing to travel on short notice and be based on-site as required.

• Friendly and customer-service oriented.

Preferred Traits:

• Confident in speaking and presenting to stakeholders.

• Excellent reporting and documentation skills.

• Energetic, reliable, and highly committed.

• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia? What's your expected monthly basic salary? Which of the following types of qualifications do you have? How many years' experience do you have as an Operations Lead? Which of the following languages are you fluent in? How would you rate your Bahasa Malaysia language skills? How would you rate your English language skills? How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

GEO is a global company whose mission is to improve the efficiency of the drilling and excavation processes in the foundation industry, through the application of unique products and techniques.

GEO is a global company whose mission is to improve the efficiency of the drilling and excavation processes in the foundation industry, through the application of unique products and techniques.