Translator & Site Administrator (Mandarin, Malay and English) in Malaysia

HRNET VENTURES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and property development company is seeking a candidate fluent in Chinese, Malay, and English for an on-site role. Responsibilities include interpreting communications, translating documents, and supporting site operations. Ideal candidates should have a background in construction, be adaptable, and be willing to relocate as necessary. The position offers a competitive salary and accommodations provided by the company. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes promptly.

Benefits

Accommodation provided by the company

Salary includes meal allowance and overtime

Qualifications

• Fluent in Chinese, Malay, and English (spoken & written).
• Experience in construction or site-based projects.
• Able to work on-site and relocate when required.
• Responsible, adaptable, and professional.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and coordinate communication between local management and foreign workers.
• Provide interpretation during meetings, phone calls, and inspections.
• Translate contracts from Chinese to English and vice versa.
• Support daily site operations as required.

Skills

Fluent in Chinese

Fluent in Malay

Fluent in English

Communication skills

Job description

Industry: Construction / Property / Estate Development
Location: Johor Bahru (Initial Posting) → Other Project Sites
Contract: 1-Year (Renewable)

💰 SALARY & BENEFITS

• Salary: RM 5,000/month
  (Includes meal allowance, overtime & related fees, Bonus upon renewal)

• Accommodation provided by the company

• Working Hours: 6 days per week

  • Overtime on working days or public holidays → Time-off compensation

💼 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

🔹 On-Site Interpretation & Coordination

• Interpret and coordinate communication between local management and foreign workers

• Provide interpretation during site meetings, phone calls, safety briefings, and inspections

• Assist communication with owners, management companies, and safety/environment departments

🔹 Administrative & Documentation Support

• Translate contracts from Chinese to English

• Translate English documents, including files, quotations, and reports

• Support basic administrative tasks related to construction operations

🔹 Supplier & Local Coordination

• Liaise with hardware suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and courier services

• Communicate effectively in Malay, both on-site and via phone

🔹 General Site Support

• Handle ad-hoc tasks assigned by site supervisors

• Support daily site operations as required

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Fluent in Chinese, Malay and English (spoken & written)

• Background or experience in construction / estate / property / site-based projects

• Comfortable working on-site and relocating when required

• Responsible, adaptable, and professional

☘️ Interested applicants please kindly submit with your Resume to [e-mail]

*Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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