Manager, Utilities and General Facilities

Objectives of the Position

• Lead and manage the Utilities, Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP), and General Facilities for the site.
• Manage operations and maintenance of utilities plants to ensure reliable supply of steam, compressed air, nitrogen, water (process & potable), demineralized water, and cooling water.
• Oversee general facilities including buildings, roads, drainage, sewerage, fences, firefighting systems, pipe racks, and land areas.
• Manage WWTP operations to ensure wastewater meets legislative requirements prior to discharge.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities
Safety, Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety policies; maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure UGF facilities comply with BASF and local regulatory requirements, including permit monitoring and renewal.
• Ensure WWTP complies with regulations and licensing requirements.
• Maintain all operating licenses and competency certifications.

Operations & Maintenance

• Supervise operations and maintenance of UGF facilities, including ordering and inventory of raw materials (fuel, chemicals, spare parts).
• Ensure safe unloading of hazardous chemicals (HCl, NaOH).
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues in utilities and WWTP systems.

Training, Documentation & Change Management

• Develop training programs to ensure staff competency.
• Maintain departmental documents according to IMS requirements.
• Initiate and close Management of Change (MOC) related to Utilities, WWTP, and General Facilities.

Cost & Performance Management

• Manage departmental expenses and ensure costs remain within budget.
• Review utility and WWTP cost drivers; ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Develop and monitor departmental KPIs to improve efficiency.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Science-related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years related experience, including Steam Engineer Grade 1 Certificate (mandatory)
• Prerferably have CePIETSO (BP) and CePIETSO (PCP) 
• Have Boiler House & Utilities/Facilities operations experience
• Manage WWTP and certified Environmental Professional WWTP (Biological & Physical Process)
• Have supervisory/leadership experience

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong technical knowledge in boiler operations, pumps, blowers, valves, and related equipment.
• In-depth understanding of Utility and WWTP systems, including limitations, operability, and safety.
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), SAP/SAP-PM, Lotus Notes, Adobe Acrobat.
• Familiarity with local regulations (DOSH & DOE).
• Qualified Responsible Person for Natural Gas System.
• Experience with Poisons License (as license holder).
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing).

About BASF in MalaysiaBASF has been present in Malaysia since 1989, and operates a manufacturing plant in Pasir Gudang, Johor. BASF’s Regional Service Hub in Kuala Lumpur provides functional support services to BASF companies in 20 markets across Asia Pacific. BASF also provides infrastructure and utilities support services to its joint ventures BASF PETRONAS Chemicals and Toray BASF Resins at an integrated Verbund site situated in the Gebeng Industrial Zone, Pahang. BASF posted sales to customers in Malaysia of approximately €340 million in 2024 and had 2,579 employees as of the end of the year. Further information is available on www.basf.com/my