Utilities Engineer

Kerry; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry is seeking a WWTP Engineer to ensure safe, efficient, compliant operation of the wastewater treatment plant and utilities at Pasir Gudang, Johor. The role covers process control, regulatory compliance, optimization, troubleshooting, and maintenance planning to meet DOE/DOSH and internal standards.

Responsibilities include supervising operators, coordinating with contractors, and preparing performance reports while contributing to continuous improvement and CAPEX recommendations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in industrial WWTP operations.
• Strong knowledge of biological, chemical and physical wastewater treatment processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily WWTP operations to ensure effluent meets DOE requirements and internal specifications.
• Analyze lab data and interpret performance trends to drive improvements.
• Maintain logs and reporting for DOE compliance and audits.
• Develop preventive maintenance plans for WWTP equipment and support maintenance teams.
• Supervise WWTP operators and manage contractors for desludging, chemical supply and servicing.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, HACCP and internal QHSE standards.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

CePIETSO-BP

CePIETSO-PCP

Troubleshooting (mechanical/electrical

Leadership & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental/Chemical/Biotech Eng

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 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 WWTP Engineer is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, compliant and reliable operation of the site’s Wastewater Treatment Plant and Utilities section involving Boilers, Air Compressor & Chiller Compressors. This role covers treatment process control, regulatory compliance, optimization, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance planning, data analysis, and continuous improvement to ensure effluent meets DOE/DOSH requirements and company environmental standards.

Work Location

Pasir Gudang - Johor

Key responsibilities

WWTP Operations & Compliance

• Lead daily WWTP operations to ensure effluent meets DOE requirements and internal specifications.
• Perform and verify process control tests (pH, COD, BOD, TSS, NH3-N, oil & grease, MLSS, MLVSS, DO, SVI).
• Maintain logs and reporting for DOE compliance.
• Ensure proper calibration and functioning of analyzers, probes and dosing equipment.
• Prepare documentation for audits and environmental reporting.

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze WWTP performance trends and implement stability and efficiency improvements.
• Identify root causes of upsets and execute corrective actions.
• Lead upgrading projects or capacity improvements.

Maintenance & Asset Management

• Develop preventive maintenance plans for WWTP equipment.
• Support troubleshooting with maintenance teams.
• Ensure critical spares availability.

People & Contractor Management

• Supervise WWTP operators and ensure competency development.
• Manage contractors for desludging, chemical supply, calibration and servicing.

Safety, Environmental & Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, HACCP and internal QHSE standards.
• Participate in environmental risk assessments and inspections.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly WWTP performance reports.
• Maintain SOPs and work instructions for WWTP.
• Support audits and documentation requirements.

Utility Operations – Partial Support

• Assist in Utility Lead or Engineer whenever needed for boiler, chiller, cooling tower, air compressor, process water operations
• Works together with Utility Lead or Engineer for the improvement related task for machinery, people or program related to Utility Section

Decision-Making Authority

• Approve operational adjustments and recommend major repairs or CAPEX modifications.

Qualifications and skills

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in industrial WWTP operations.
• Strong knowledge of biological, chemical and physical wastewater treatment processes.

Skills & Competencies

• Certified CePIETSO‑BP & CePIETSO‑PCP
• Strong understanding of activated sludge, SBR, DAF, aeration and sludge handling.
• Ability to analyse lab data and interpret performance trends.
• Strong troubleshooting in mechanical, electrical and instrumentation related to WWTP.
• Leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills.