2,778 Jobs in Malaysia

Monthly salary arrives with EPF deductions; bonus comes at year-end and after Raya.

Questions

• Who can work in Malaysia?

  Malaysian citizens and permanent residents can work without restrictions. Foreign nationals require a valid work permit issued by the Immigration Department, which employers typically sponsor based on job specifications and skills unavailable locally. Permits are sector and employer-specific.

• What employment contracts are standard?

  Most positions are permanent contracts or fixed-term agreements lasting one to three years. Contracts specify salary, benefits, working hours, leave entitlements, and termination conditions. Some roles, particularly in construction and hospitality, may be hired on casual or temporary bases.

• What are typical working hours?

  Standard full-time work is 48 hours per week, often spread across five or six days. Hours vary by sector; some roles follow shift patterns. Overtime beyond contracted hours typically attracts premium rates as prescribed by labour law.

• How is overtime compensated?

  Overtime work beyond the standard weekly hours is paid at rates determined by employment agreements and labour regulations, typically at 1.5 times or double the base rate depending on the day and circumstances. Sunday and public holiday work commands higher premiums.

• What do employers typically request at hiring?

  Employers ask for SPM certificates or equivalent secondary qualifications, identity card copies, references, and relevant work experience. Professional roles require tertiary qualifications and credentials. Background checks and medical assessments are common depending on the sector.

• When does the working year pivot around holidays?

  The calendar is marked by Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Hari Raya Aidiladha, Deepavali, and Federal holidays like Merdeka Day and the Agong's birthday. Many workplaces close for several days during these periods, and extended leave is often expected then.

• How frequently is salary paid?

  Salaries are paid monthly, typically on fixed dates agreed in the employment contract. Payment is made via bank transfer, and payslips itemise gross salary, EPF contributions, tax deductions, and other allowances or deductions.

• What is the EPF and how does it work?

  The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is a mandatory retirement savings scheme. Employers and employees each contribute a percentage of basic salary monthly; contributions are deducted from pay and held in individual accounts until retirement or withdrawal under specified conditions.

• What leave entitlements apply?

  Full-time workers are entitled to annual leave (typically 8–16 days depending on service length), sick leave, and unpaid compassionate leave. Statutory public holidays are observed nationwide. Maternity and paternity provisions are set by law and employment contracts.

• Is income tax deducted from salary?

  Yes, income tax is deducted monthly via the Real Time Employer Information System (RTEIS). The amount depends on income level and personal relief claims filed with the Inland Revenue Board. Tax codes are matched to employment records.