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Utilities Lead/Assistant Manager

Johor Permanent MYR10,000 - MYR12,000 per month (MYR120,000 - MYR144,000 per year) View Job Description
The Utilities Lead oversees site-wide utilities and facilities to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations within speciality chemical manufacturing environment. This role manages boilers, steam systems, water treatment, and infrastructure while driving operational efficiency and technical excellence.
  • Lead critical utilities operations in a complex manufacturing site
  • Opportunities for growth with strong stakeholder exposure

About Our Client

Our client is a multinational manufacturing organization recognized for operational excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to safety and sustainability. The client operates complex utility systems that support large-scale industrial production in a stable, forward-thinking environment.

Job Description

  • Lead overall operations of utilities and general facilities across the site to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient performance.
  • Ensure continuous and reliable supply of steam, compressed air, water, nitrogen, and power to support production.
  • Manage boiler house operations and site-wide utilities distribution systems.
  • Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to maximize uptime and efficiency.
  • Monitor utility consumption, drive cost control, and identify sustainability and energy-saving initiatives.
  • Ensure full compliance with safety, health, environmental regulations, and local authority requirements, permits, and inspections.
  • Coordinate closely with production and engineering teams to align utility operations with manufacturing needs.
  • Manage vendors, contractors, and OEMs for maintenance activities, projects, and equipment procurement.
  • Lead, coach, and develop technicians and operators to achieve operational and performance targets.
  • Track KPIs, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement across utility operations.

The Successful Applicant

  • Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 8-10 years of proven experience managing utilities or industrial facilities within a chemical, oleochemical or palm oil refinery,
  • Non‑negotiable: Steam Engineer Grade 1 certification with a strong background in boiler house and steam system operations.
  • Strong knowledge of safety, health, environmental regulations, and statutory compliance for utilities.
  • Demonstrated leadership capability with experience leading, mentoring, and developing technical teams.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a clear focus on operational efficiency, reliability, and cost management.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
  • Good command of English (spoken and written), with the ability to follow structured processes and instructions.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work in an established organization within the manufacturing sector.
  • Comprehensive exposure to engineering and manufacturing processes.
  • Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Contact
Daryl Lim
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6999424
Phone number
+603 2302 4065

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Operations Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Johor
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Daryl Lim
Consultant contact
+603 2302 4065
Job Reference
JN-042026-6999424

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