FGV Holdings Berhad is Malaysia’s leading global agri-business and the world’s largest producer of Crude Palm Oil (CPO). FGV’s operations stretch across more than 10 countries in Asia, the Middle East, North America and Europe, and are focused on three main business sectors namely Plantation Sector, Logistics & Support Business (LSB) Sector and Sugar Sector. FGV is the world’s third biggest oil palm plantation operator, has the world’s largest bulking and storage facilities for vegetable oil and is Malaysia’s top refined sugar producer.

In line with our business expansion, we would like to invite qualified and candidates to fill the following position at FGV Biotechnologies Sdn Bhd

Job Description

Purpose Role :

The Process Engineer is responsible for monitoring, optimizing, and improving manufacturing processes across the biodiesel plant, including refinery, refined glycerine, boiler, and wastewater treatment operations. This role supports the Plant Manager in achieving production efficiency, quality, safety, and cost objectives while ensuring compliance with environmental and regulatory standards. The Process Engineer also leads process improvement initiatives and provides technical support for troubleshooting and project execution.

Job Scope :

Process Control & Optimization

Establish, monitor, and validate Process Control Strategies and centreline parameters to ensure consistent quality and optimal plant performance.
Analyse production rate, yield, and material utilization; investigate losses and abnormalities, and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Operational Readiness & Compliance

Ensure readiness of Man, Machine, Material, and Method (4M) for executing production plans.
Maintain compliance with product quality standards, environmental regulations, ABMS requirements, and HSE procedures.

SOP & Documentation Management

Develop, validate, and update SOPs to reflect actual practices.
Verify accuracy and completeness of operational reports, log sheets, and chemical usage records.

Technical Support & Troubleshooting

Provide technical support to production teams, resolve process-related issues, and assist during plant start-ups, shutdowns, and equipment commissioning.
Validate new equipment or process changes before implementation.

Capability Building & Training

Develop and deliver training and qualification programs to ensure operational staff are equipped with the required skills to run the plant safely and efficiently.

Audit, Inspection & Continuous Improvement

Support internal and regulatory inspections (e.g., DOSH).
Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste and by-products, and minimize costs.

Competencies :

Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong technical knowledge of process systems.
Good communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Level of Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Process, or Industrial Engineering. (preferable, otherwise in any engineering field).

Work Experience

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in process engineering, preferably in biodiesel, oleochemical, or chemical manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of process control, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement techniques.
Familiarity with refinery, boiler, and wastewater operations is an advantage.
Proficient in process simulation and analysis tools.