IOW, Mechanical

Inspector of Works, Mechanical

At Aurecon, we are engineering optimists who see the world differently. We ask what’s possible and turn ideas into impact. Here, you’ll bring your expertise to challenges that matter, alongside people who think boldly and are determined to make a difference.

What you’ll do

As a Inspector of Works (IOW) in our Mechanical Team based in Malaysia, you’ll take on Built Environment projects, helping shape solutions for our clients and communities. You’ll work across disciplines, test ideas and find better ways to solve complex engineering problems.

• Carry out day-to-day site inspections and supervision of mechanical installation works, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications, project requirements, and relevant Malaysian codes and standards.
• Monitor the quality, workmanship, and materials of mechanical works, ensuring compliance with QA/QC requirements, safety regulations, permit requirements, and company HSE standards.
• Review mechanical drawings, shop drawings, method statements, material submissions, and technical documents, identifying discrepancies and coordinating timely resolutions.
• Monitor the installation of mechanical building services, including HVAC, fire protection, plumbing and sanitary, chilled water, compressed air, vacuum, hydraulic, fuel, BMS/BAS, and other industrial utility systems where applicable.
• Witness and document inspections, testing, commissioning, and handover activities, and follow up on non-conformance issues and required corrective actions.
• Verify contractor work progress, support the evaluation of progress claims and variation works, and maintain accurate site records, inspection reports, testing records, progress updates, and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate with Resident Engineers, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and relevant authorities, and participate in site meetings and technical discussions to resolve construction issues and provide updates on progress, quality, and compliance.

Your experience and expertise

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Registered with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) as an Inspector of Works (Mechanical) or Inspector of Works (Engineering). IOW (Intern) certificate will not be accepted
• Minimum 5 years of experience in site supervision of mechanical services, preferably on buildings services, institutional, pharmaceutical, data centre, commercial, or mission-critical developments
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services, including HVAC, fire protection, plumbing and sanitary, chilled water, compressed air, vacuum systems, hydraulic systems, fuel systems, BMS/BAS, and other industrial utility systems
• Familiar with local authority requirements, Malaysian codes and standards, testing & commissioning, QA/QC processes, and construction best practices
• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively with contractors, consultants, clients, and project teams
• Must be open to work on a fixed-term contract (1 year)

How we support your growth

Engineering possibilities for your career means having room to shape what comes next. You bring your ambition and commitment to lifelong learning, and we provide the foundation and development to help you turn your aspirations into achievement.

The Aurecon Way guides how we think, act and work together, what we value and how we invest in our people. You’ll be part of a culture built on clear expectations, optimism and determination, where you can feel safe, included and empowered to speak openly, think boldly and deliver brilliantly.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

Ready to engineer possibilities?

If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. For recruitment adjustments, contact [email protected].

Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re interested in your thinking and experience, so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.