Maintenance & Engineering Manager

Sika was first established in Malaysia in 1989 and full operations commenced in 1991 through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd, with the completion of its local head office and production plant in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan. Since then, the company has gained a leading position in the country with the acceptance and endorsement of its products for construction and industrial applications by local and international proponents.

In the Construction sector, our business activities cover the full spectrum of project types ranging from infrastructural development to buildings, from institutional facilities to manufacturing plants. We service our direct customers – concrete producers, contractors and distributors – and stay close to them through our central sales & marketing office in Bangsar South and a network of sales offices in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuantan, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. In 2014 our presence in the Malaysian construction continued to grow when our Ipoh Plant was built and running to meet customer demands.

In Malaysia, our Industry Division is the clear market leader in the automotive glass replacement sector (AGR) and the "Sikaflex" brand is instantly recognized as a mark for quality, reliability and performance. In the automotive OEM sector, we are the approved supplier to top German car markets such as Mercedes Benz and BMW. Meanwhile, Sika leads the field in total bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing and protection solutions for bus, truck and rail vehicle manufacturing, and for the assembly of appliances, industrial equipment and building components.

Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd currently employs more than 340 people in Sales & Marketing, Technical Service, Finance, HR & Administration, Laboratory, Production, Purchasing, Customer Service and Warehouse.

• To oversee and manage nationwide maintenance, engineering, and project operations, ensuring optimal equipment reliability, plant efficiency, and adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• To lead the planning, execution, and management of engineering projects to support operational and business growth.
• Maintenance
• Develop and execute maintenance strategies to enhance equipment performance and reduce downtime.
• Lead and supervise local maintenance teams to ensure the effective implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Monitor and enforce safety standards, ensuring compliance with workplace safety regulations.
• Manage maintenance budgets, cost control measures, and resource allocation.
• Ensure the timely repair and servicing of machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Standardize maintenance procedures across all locations.
• Work closely with the production and operations teams to optimize plant reliability and efficiency.
• Project Management
• Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering and infrastructure projects across multiple facilities.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful completion.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage project requirements and deliverables.
• Ensure all projects adhere to industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Develop and implement engineering best practices to improve operational efficiency, in coordination with efficiency department
• Drive innovation by identifying and implementing new technologies and automation solutions.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant performance and sustainability.
• Ensure engineering solutions align with long-term business objectives.
• Work with R&D, efficiency manager and production teams to optimize process efficiency and product quality.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Or suitable experience in similar position.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in maintenance, engineering, and project management, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proven experience in leading maintenance teams, managing large-scale engineering projects, and optimizing plant operations.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• High personal safety standards and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple sites effectively.