Mandarin Translator & Technical Coordinator

ALSONS ENERGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION; General Santos; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

ALSONS ENERGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION is seeking a Mandarin Translator to bridge project teams and Mandarin-speaking contractors across large-scale infrastructure, energy, and construction initiatives. You will interpret between Mandarin, English, and Filipino and coordinate technical meetings from planning through commissioning.

The role requires a degree in Engineering or related field, 2–3 years of Mandarin–English interpretation or project support, and familiarity with engineering or EPC

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field; or Bachelor's degree in Chinese Studies/related field with engineering/construction project experience.
• At least 2–3 years of Mandarin–English interpretation, technical coordination, or project support.
• HSK Level 4–5 or equivalent Mandarin proficiency is an advantage.
• Experience in engineering, construction, infrastructure, renewable energy, power, or EPC projects is highly preferred.
• Experience working with Chinese contractors, suppliers, or engineering teams is an advantage.
• Site-based project experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and vendors to support project execution.
• Facilitate clear communication and provide real-time interpretation between Mandarin, English, and Filipino-speaking stakeholders.
• Assist in technical meetings, site inspections, construction activities, testing, commissioning, and contractor engagements.
• Translate project documents, technical reports, engineering correspondence, meeting minutes, schedules, and project updates.
• Track project action items, submissions, clarifications, and follow-ups to help keep projects on schedule.
• Support project documentation, reporting, and communication management.
• Help strengthen collaboration between multicultural teams and minimize communication gaps.
• Contribute to quality, safety, and operational excellence across project activities.

Skills

Mandarin-English interpretation

Technical coordination

Project support

Site coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Civil/Mechanical/Electronics/Industrial or related field)

Bachelor's degree in Chinese Studies, Linguistics, International Studies, Communication or related field with relevant engineering or construction project experience

Job description

ALSONS ENERGY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION is seeking a Mandarin Translator to bridge project teams and Mandarin-speaking contractors across large-scale infrastructure, energy, and construction initiatives. You will interpret between Mandarin, English, and Filipino and coordinate technical meetings from planning through commissioning.

The role requires a degree in Engineering or related field, 2–3 years of Mandarin–English interpretation or project support, and familiarity with engineering or EPC