GE Vernova

Aero Alliance Port Klang Site Leader

GE Vernova  •  Malaysia (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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About Us

Aero Service Technologies Malaysia is an emerging industry leader backed by solid expertise in overhauling aeroderivative gas turbines. Located in Port Klang, our facility is dedicated to innovation and operational excellence, with a mission to become the premier Center of Excellence for aeroderivative component repair in the APAC region.

We are embarking on an exciting phase of growth and investment including the establishment of a full module overhaul and testing shop in Malaysia. We are looking for a visionary leader to drive our transformation, shape our company culture, and lead our next chapter of expansion.

Aero Service Technologies Malaysia is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and maintaining an absolute top-priority focus on workplace safety.

Role Overview

We are seeking a senior, visionary Aero Alliance Port Klang Site Leader to drive the transformation of our shop operations in Malaysia. Operating out of our Port Klang facility, you will oversee the overhaul of aeroderivative gas turbines, modules, and components for our oil & gas and power generation customers.

This is a pivotal, high-impact leadership role requiring a seasoned executive who can champion cultural change and serve as the Managing Director of the local legal entity. You will also act as the key focal point for upcoming strategic investments, with opportunities for expanding responsibilities in the coming years.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

  • Provide strategic leadership to guide plant operations toward world-class standards and operational excellence.
  • Serve as the Company Director of the Malaysia legal entity (Aero Service Technologies Malaysia).
  • Act as a key stakeholder and focal point for upcoming local investments, including the development of a full module overhaul and testing shop.
  • Engage regularly with senior leadership, external partners, and key stakeholders to advance plant objectives.

Talent & Culture Development

  • Build, mentor, and cultivate a high-performing team; oversee the hiring, training, and professional development of all hourly and salaried staff.
  • Champion positive employee relations, team morale, diversity, and a culture of ownership and high engagement.
  • Foster internal manufacturing leadership and technical talent depth to support rapid scaling.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

  • Identify and implement strategies to optimize production processes, enhance efficiency, and minimize waste.
  • Drive continuous improvement methodologies through Lean Manufacturing.
  • Monitor and improve cost productivity, inventory management, and Plant & Equipment (P&E) utilization.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner closely with peer departments to ensure seamless alignment across business objectives, supply chain, quality, and customer delivery.

Required Qualifications

  • Experience: Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in shop/manufacturing operations within Malaysia.
  • Track Record: Proven success in driving cultural and operational transformations in a manufacturing environment.
  • Leadership: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to inspire teams, foster collaboration, and manage complex stakeholder landscapes.
  • Strategic Acumen: Ability to synthesize complex operational data and translate it into actionable strategic plans.
  • Communication: Highly effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Desired Characteristics

  • Direct experience with aeroderivative turbines or adjacent heavy-industry sectors.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • A collaborative mindset that thrives in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

GE Vernova

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy technology company on a mission to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world.

It is made up of three businesses -- Power, Wind, and Electrification -- with focus on accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.

The world needs more energy, smarter energy. With energy demand expected to grow by more than 50% in the next 20 years, we are continuously innovating to meet the moment…like we have for the past 130 years. The Energy of Change and relentless optimism are what drive us – it’s about never giving up and seeing what’s possible so that we deliver the energy technologies the world needs right now and for generations to come.

GE Vernova’s attitude and edge is embedded in its name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver.

Together, we have the energy to change the world.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Boston, Massachusetts
Year Founded
Unknown
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