maintenance technician

PREFERRED MALE CANDIDATE

Overall Purpose of the Role

To ensure that facilities, layout, utilities, and machinery used to produce new and existing goods run at maximum efficiency and output. This includes preventive maintenance, breakdown repair (mechanical and electrical), and ensuring compliance with safety and statutory requirements. The role may also include training and assessing other technicians and apprentices. This role involves physical and technical tasks; candidates should be physically fit to perform required duties

Install, maintain, improve, and repair equipment, plant, services, and building installations to set levels effectively in compliance with best practices. Respond to technical issues affecting production and maintain electrical and mechanical services through Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM). Work mostly independently with minimal supervision, with progress reviewed at project milestones and/or on completion by the Engineer.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance & Compliance

• Carry out daily maintenance activities on electrical systems, control panels, distribution boards, lighting, and power supply.
• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of wiring, motors, contactors, sensors, and other electrical components.
• Conduct periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations to ensure compliance with Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST) requirements.
• Ensure safe execution of electrical work, including Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures and compliance with OSHA standards.
• Support energy-saving initiatives and monitor power consumption efficiency.

Mechanical Maintenance

• Perform daily maintenance on mechanical systems including pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, chillers, HVAC, and utilities.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machinery to ensure smooth and efficient operation.
• Improve machine utilization and reduce downtime through proactive maintenance.

Preventive & Breakdown Maintenance

• Execute daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual maintenance schedules.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and carry out repairs with efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in planned maintenance shutdown works.
• Support cost-saving initiatives by reducing unplanned stoppages and optimizing spare part usage.

Project & Support Works

• Assist supervisor in project work, electrical drive installation, and machine upgrades.
• Carry out project works and ad-hoc assignments as required.
• Liaise with external contractors and vendors for specialized servicing.
• Perform other reasonable duties related to maintenance and technical support as assigned

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain maintenance records, service reports, and electrical logbooks.
• Update checklists, inspection sheets, and work orders accurately.
• Report recurring issues and recommend technical improvements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Possess a valid Wireman Certificate issued by Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST) is added advantage.
• Minimum Certificate/Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant industry experience (food manufacturing/F&B preferred).
• Good understanding of electrical systems, equipment, and components.
• Hands-on troubleshooting and practical problem-solving skills.
• Mechanical, electrical, electronic, or software background with a working knowledge of other disciplines.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with flexibility for shifts.
• Strong organizational and reporting skills.
• Bahasa Malaysia (preferred) and English proficiency.

Job Type:

• Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Maternity / parental leave
• Opportunities for promotion
• Attendance, overtime, performance, and yearly bonuses

Work Schedule:

• Day shift / Night shift (as assigned)

Location:

• Jeram, Kuala Selangor (must be able to reliably commute or relocate before starting work)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM1, RM2,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Maternity leave
• Opportunities for promotion
• Parental leave

Education:

• Malaysian Special Skills Certificate (Preferred)

Experience:

• industry: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Bahasa (Preferred)
• English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person