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The Sales Head for Auto China & COEM Global is a leadership role focused on managing sales initiatives in the automotive industry with a particular emphasis on China and global COEM markets. The position involves integrating innovative technology with business development strategies in automotive sales.
The Executive, Safety, Health & Environment will be responsible for developing and implementing safety and environmental procedures at PROTON. This role requires strong leadership in compliance programs and audits, as well as training and promoting safety awareness among employees.
The Operations Assistant role at Perodua involves managing the delivery of goods and operating forklifts safely. Candidates should have relevant driving licenses and experience in logistics, along with strong teamwork and communication skills.
The Special Officer (Human Resources) role involves supporting HR functions and ensuring compliance with company policies. You will play a key role in managing HR initiatives and fostering effective communication within the organization.
By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated May 2026
Malaysia's automotive sector is one of the most significant in Southeast Asia, anchored by national car manufacturers and a broad ecosystem of component suppliers, dealerships, and after-sales service providers. The industry employs over 700,000 people directly and indirectly, making it a major pillar of the national economy.
Proton Holdings and Perodua (Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua) are the twin national automotive brands — together commanding over 60% of the Malaysian domestic market. Their manufacturing plants in Shah Alam (Proton), Subang Jaya (Proton assembly), and Rawang (Perodua) are among the country's largest single-site employers. International brands with significant assembly or distribution operations include Toyota (UMW Toyota), Honda (Honda Malaysia), Mazda (Bermaz Auto), BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Hyundai.
The sector is undergoing a structural transition driven by electrification. EV adoption is accelerating in Malaysia following the 2023 launch of Proton's X70 EV and expanded CKD (Completely Knocked Down) assembly of Chinese EV brands. The government's New Energy Vehicle (NEV) roadmap is creating demand for EV powertrain engineers, battery systems specialists, and EV charging infrastructure professionals — entirely new job families that did not exist in the Malaysian automotive market five years ago.
Automotive technicians and service advisors earn RM 2,200 – RM 3,800/month. Engineers in vehicle assembly and component manufacturing earn RM 3,500 – RM 6,500/month at entry to mid-level. Senior engineers, product planners, and quality managers earn RM 7,000 – RM 14,000/month. Automotive directors and general managers at major brands earn RM 15,000 – RM 35,000/month.
EV engineers — particularly those with battery management system (BMS) experience, electric drivetrain engineering, or EV charging infrastructure design — are the most sought-after professionals in Malaysian automotive, commanding 25–40% premiums over comparable ICE (internal combustion engine) roles. Dealership general managers and after-sales service managers at premium brands (BMW, Mercedes) earn substantially more than mass-market equivalents. The shift to software-defined vehicles is also creating demand for embedded software engineers with automotive (AUTOSAR, ISO 26262) experience.
Develops and validates vehicle systems — chassis, powertrain, body, electrical — at OEMs like Proton, Perodua, or international brands with Malaysian engineering centres.
Designs and develops electric powertrain, battery management systems, and EV charging infrastructure as Malaysia accelerates its electrification roadmap.
Manages supplier quality, incoming quality control, and IATF 16949 compliance at vehicle assembly plants and Tier 1 component manufacturers.
Front-line customer interaction at authorised dealerships — managing vehicle service appointments, warranty claims, and customer satisfaction.
Sells new and used vehicles at dealerships, or manages fleet accounts for corporate clients at authorised brand distributors.
Manages vehicle assembly line operations, optimises production processes, and implements lean manufacturing improvements at CKD assembly plants.
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Highlight automotive-specific standards and certifications: IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and functional safety experience (ISO 26262) for safety-critical engineering roles.
For EV and electrification roles, emphasise any exposure to BMS (Battery Management Systems), CAN/LIN bus communication, AUTOSAR architecture, or high-voltage system safety.
Apply through SuperJobs and directly via Proton, Perodua, and major distributor career portals — both channels are active and sometimes carry different role listings.
Prepare for technical interviews covering your specific vehicle system expertise, any product launches you have supported, and your approach to resolving field quality issues or warranty cost reduction.