Utilities Engineer

Kerry; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global nutrition and taste company in Malaysia is hiring a Utility Engineer responsible for the efficient operation of utility systems including the WWTP and SWTP. The role requires monitoring compliance with standards and regulations, managing steam boilers and other utility systems, and ensuring safety in operations. Candidates must have strong boiler operations knowledge and a relevant certification. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to sustainable practices within a global organization.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of boiler operations and WWTP systems.
• Familiarity with natural gas supply principles, boiler assembly, steam generation, distribution systems, and safe working practices.
• Understanding of OSHA, FMA, and DOE regulations related to utility and WWTP operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze WWTP performance reports for compliance.
• Oversee SWTP operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage steam boilers, cooling towers, and air systems safely and efficiently.
• Assist with inspections and liaise with local authorities.
• Provide gas quantity data to GAS Malaysia.

Skills

Boiler operations knowledge

WWTP systems familiarity

Education

Certified WWTP Competent Person: CePIETSO-BP & CePIETSO-PCP

Job description

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

The Utility Engineer is responsible for ensuring the efficient, safe, and compliant operation of utility systems, including the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), Sewage Treatment Plant (SWTP), and Utility House facilities. This role involves monitoring performance, maintaining compliance with KERRY and DOE standards, and supporting statutory inspections and regulatory requirements.

Work Location: Pasir Gudang

Reporting to : Engineering and Maintenance Manager

Key responsibilities

WWTP & SWTP Operations

• Monitor and analyze WWTP performance reports to ensure compliance with KERRY and DOE standards.
• Oversee SWTP operations, discharge, and capacity; promptly report any changes to the Superior and QSHE department.
• Ensure all alterations to WWTP and SWTP systems comply with DOE and DOSH regulations.

Utility Systems Management

• Maintain safe, reliable, and efficient operations of steam boilers, cooling towers, air dryers, air compressors, chiller compressors, backup generators, and deaerators.
• Conduct and review boiler performance monitoring, including combustion analysis, stack emissions, and energy efficiency, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Manage process water, condensate recovery, boiler feed water, chilled water, and compressed air systems in line with standards.
• Monitor air compressor and chiller compressor performance, including temperature, pressure, water quality, refrigeration systems, chemical treatment, and plant supply quality.

Technical Support & Maintenance

• Advise the Maintenance Team on steam and condensate piping system design and upkeep.
• Coordinate annual external surveys and rectification work for steam traps, piping, and condensate systems.

Regulatory Compliance & Liaison

• Assist QSHE with inspections, documentation, and inquiries from DOE, DOSH, BOMBA, MBJB, and other authorities.
• Liaise with local authorities and corporations (MBJB, DOSH, DOE, SAJ, GAS Malaysia) regarding utility and WWTP operations, supply interruptions, and quality issues.
• Engage with DOSH for statutory inspections of boilers (PMD), lifting equipment (PMA), and pressurized vessels (PMT), ensuring compliance with DOSH requirements.
• Enforce compliance with Malaysian Standards, Mechanical Codes, and regulations (FMA, OSHA, DOE), including Lockout-Tagout, Confined Space protocols, MSDS, and engineering specifications.

Gas Supply Management

• Provide daily and annual gas quantity data to GAS Malaysia for natural gas nomination submissions.

Qualifications and skills

• Strong knowledge of boiler operations and WWTP systems.
• Familiarity with natural gas supply principles, boiler assembly, steam generation, distribution systems, and safe working practices.

Qualifications:

• Certified WWTP Competent Person: CePIETSO-BP & CePIETSO-PCP.
• Understanding of OSHA, FMA, and DOE regulations related to utility and WWTP operations.