Foreman

Purpose of the role: To lead and carry out preventive maintenance, repair, and overhaul of estate machinery, vehicles, and equipment. The Foreman ensures smooth workshop operations by performing hands-on technical work while supervising a small team of mechanics and helpers.

Duties, Responsibility and Accountability:

Preventive Maintenance (PM) & Servicing:

• Perform normal, minor, and major servicing on estate vehicles, tractors, gensets, and agricultural machinery according to schedules.
• Conduct oil and filter changes, lubrication, inspections, and adjustments.
• Ensure service checklists are followed and records are properly updated.
• Detect and troubleshoot potential breakdowns early to minimize downtime.

Machinery Repairs & Overhaul:

• Carry out diagnosis and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems on estate machinery.
• Perform engine overhauls, gearbox repairs, hydraulic pump replacements, and other major jobs when required.
• Supervise and assist mechanics in welding, fabrication, and assembly work.
• Ensure all repairs meet quality standards and machinery is restored to safe, reliable working condition.

Inventory & Material Usage

• Record parts and materials used for each job.
• Support the Workshop Supervisor in monitoring spare parts and consumable usage.
• Report shortages of parts, lubricants, or tools to ensure timely procurement.

Record Keeping & Reporting

• Complete job cards for each maintenance/repair job, stating work done, parts used, and time taken.
• Report recurring problems or unusual breakdowns to the Workshop Supervisor.
• Assist in maintaining accurate service history for all machinery.

Team Supervision & Training

• Supervise mechanics, fitters, and helpers during daily maintenance and repair work.
• Allocate tasks fairly and ensure jobs are completed efficiently.
• Provide hands-on training to junior mechanics and helpers.
• Enforce workshop discipline and safety practices.

Education and Experience:

• Diploma / Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive, Plantation/Heavy Machinery, or related field.
• SPM with strong technical background and relevant workshop experience may be considered.
• At least 3–5 years’ hands-on experience in machinery/vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Prior experience in oil palm estate, heavy machinery, or automotive workshop is an advantage.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong technical skills in servicing, repairs, and overhauls of tractors, vehicles, gensets, and plantation machinery.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues.
• Welding, fabrication, and machining skills are an added advantage.
• Leadership and supervisory skills for guiding mechanics/helpers.
• Good record-keeping and reporting ability.

Other Requirement

• Willing to work in estate environment with hands-on approach.
• Physically fit for workshop and field repair work.
• Discipline, safety-conscious, and reliable.

Location:

1. Muadzam Shah, Pahang

2. Kuala Kurau, Perak

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM2,500.00 - RM3,800.00 per month

Work Location: In person