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Personal Banker Mortgage

RHB Bank
Full-Time

The Personal Banker Mortgage role focuses on achieving sales targets for mortgage loans while ensuring compliance with regulations. The position requires strong relationship management skills and the ability to cross-sell additional products.

Kedah
Undisclosed

Room Attendant (Hotel Cleanliness Expert)

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Room Attendant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the hotel to ensure a positive guest experience. This role involves various housekeeping duties, adherence to company policies, safe work practices, and physical tasks such as lifting and walking. The position requires professionalism, communication skills, and a commitment to quality standards.

Kedah
Undisclosed

Guest Relations Manager (Japanese Speaker)

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Guest Relations Manager (Japanese Speaker) is responsible for overseeing guest services and front desk operations to ensure high standards of hospitality in a luxury hotel setting. The role involves leading a team, managing guest interactions, handling complaints, and supporting property operations and safety procedures.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Digital Marketing Specialist

Perwira Food Enterprise
Full-Time

The Digital Marketing Specialist will focus on creating and implementing effective digital marketing strategies. This role requires a proactive approach to enhance brand visibility and engage with customers online.

Kedah
RM2,000 - RM2,500

Guest Relations Manager

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Guest Relations Manager is responsible for ensuring high levels of hospitality and service at the property by managing guest inquiries, resolving service issues, and overseeing front desk operations. This role involves leading and motivating team members, enforcing policies and safety procedures, and maintaining strong interdepartmental relationships to support smooth operations.

Kedah
Undisclosed

Engineer, R&D

Top Glove
Full-Time

The R&D Engineer role at Top Glove involves conducting research to improve product quality and compliance. You will work on process enhancements and collaborate with external partners to drive innovation in glove manufacturing.

Kedah
Undisclosed

Bartender

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Bartender role involves providing high-quality food and beverage service during banquets and events in a luxury setting. This position requires adherence to company policies, maintaining professionalism, and supporting overall quality and team goals.

Kedah
Undisclosed

07 - Production Cell Leader 7

Company
Full-Time

A senior leadership role focused on managing a production cell to achieve operational excellence and high-quality manufacturing output in a dynamic technology environment.

Kedah
Undisclosed

Executive Sous Chef

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Executive Sous Chef assists in leading the culinary staff and managing food-related functions to ensure consistent, high-quality food production. The role focuses on supporting guest and employee satisfaction, staff development, financial performance, and maintaining sanitation and food standards.

Kedah
Undisclosed

Food & Beverage Services Expert - Pantai Grill

Marriott International
Full-Time

The Food & Beverage Services Expert at Pantai Grill is responsible for providing a memorable guest experience by managing event functions, interacting with guests, and maintaining professional standards during service. The role requires adherence to safety policies, physical ability to perform various tasks, and effective communication within a team environment.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Sales Executive, Hire Purchase (Northern)

RHB Bank
Full-Time

The Sales Executive will promote and sell Auto Owners products and bancassurance to customers. This role requires achieving sales targets and expanding market share while providing professional financial advice tailored to customer needs.

Kedah
Undisclosed

Customer Program Management Associate

Company
Full-Time

This role involves managing customer accounts and orders within a manufacturing environment to ensure on-time delivery and high satisfaction. The Associate works independently to resolve production issues, analyze performance data, and maintain effective communication between clients and the operations team.

Kedah
Undisclosed

By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated May 2026

About Working in Kedah

Kedah is Malaysia's northern agricultural heartland — often called the "Rice Bowl of Malaysia" — producing over 40% of the country's domestic rice supply. But the state's economic identity has evolved significantly beyond farming, anchored by the Kulim Hi-Tech Park, one of Asia's first purpose-built high-technology industrial estates.

Kulim Hi-Tech Park hosts major electronics and semiconductor manufacturers including First Solar, Renesas, and Osram, positioning northern Kedah as a secondary tech-manufacturing corridor to Penang's Bayan Lepas. Sungai Petani is the state's largest city by population and a growing commercial hub with strong retail, logistics, and light manufacturing activity. The island of Langkawi adds a tourism and duty-free retail dimension unique among Malaysian states.

DOSM data places Kedah's median household income at approximately RM 5,600/month — among the lower half nationally, though the state's rural character and low cost of living balance the equation for many residents.

Salary & Hiring Trends in Kedah

Kedah salaries are lower than the national median but rising in tech manufacturing zones. Fresh graduates earn RM 1,800–2,700/month, mid-career engineers and technical professionals at Kulim Hi-Tech Park earn RM 3,500–7,000/month. Tourism roles on Langkawi and retail positions in Sungai Petani are at the lower end of the scale.

Kulim Hi-Tech Park is the state's highest-paying employer cluster, attracting engineers from across northern Malaysia. Alor Setar (state capital) drives demand for government, education, and healthcare workers. Sungai Petani is the retail and logistics centre, while Langkawi's duty-free status supports a distinct hospitality and tourism job market.

Top Industries in Kedah

Electronics Manufacturing

Semiconductor and electronics manufacturing at Kulim Hi-Tech Park with First Solar, Renesas, and other multinationals.

Agriculture & Agribusiness

Rice cultivation, paddy processing, and agri-supply chain businesses across the Muda Agricultural Development Authority (MADA) region.

Tourism & Hospitality

Duty-free shopping, beach resorts, and eco-tourism on Langkawi Island create year-round hospitality jobs.

Engineering

Electrical, mechanical, and process engineers for Kulim Hi-Tech Park manufacturers and infrastructure projects.

Retail

Shopping malls in Sungai Petani and Alor Setar, plus Langkawi's duty-free retail sector.

Education

Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) in Sintok and various teacher training colleges create academic and admin roles.

How to Find Jobs in Kedah

  1. 1

    Search SuperJobs with "Kedah" as the location to browse openings in Alor Setar, Sungai Petani, Kulim, and Langkawi.

  2. 2

    For Kulim Hi-Tech Park roles, emphasise engineering qualifications, technical certifications, and any semiconductor or electronics manufacturing experience on your CV.

  3. 3

    Apply through SuperJobs. Tech manufacturing roles in Kulim often involve structured interviews with technical assessments — prepare accordingly.

  4. 4

    Consider the proximity to Penang when evaluating Kedah roles. Sungai Petani is only 45 minutes from Penang Island, making it possible to access both job markets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Kedah jobs are listed on SuperJobs right now?
SuperJobs lists active jobs in Kedah across all industries, updated daily. Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Sungai Petani, Alor Setar, and Langkawi are the four main hiring centres.
Which industries hire the most in Kedah?
Electronics manufacturing (Kulim Hi-Tech Park), agriculture & agribusiness, tourism & hospitality (Langkawi), engineering, retail, and education are the primary employers. Kulim Hi-Tech Park is the state's highest-paying job cluster and a significant draw for engineering talent.
What is the average salary range for jobs in Kedah?
Fresh graduates in Kedah earn RM 1,800–2,700/month. Engineers and technical professionals at Kulim Hi-Tech Park earn RM 3,500–7,000/month. Senior specialists in semiconductor manufacturing can command higher packages. The lower cost of living in Kedah relative to KL or Penang improves real purchasing power.
Are there part-time and internship opportunities available in Kedah?
Yes. Langkawi's resorts and duty-free retail outlets hire part-time and seasonal staff, particularly during peak tourist periods. UUM Sintok and technical colleges across the state provide structured internship pipelines for manufacturing, agriculture, and business programmes.
How do I apply for jobs in Kedah on SuperJobs?
Select "Kedah" in the location filter on SuperJobs and browse available positions. You can search by city (Alor Setar, Sungai Petani, Kulim, Langkawi) using keywords. Set up job alerts to be notified when new Kedah openings match your skills.
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