Employers Report Rising Demand for Skilled Construction & Manufacturing Workers in Malaysia

Labour market data shows that Malaysia’s labour demand remains robust across major sectors. Recent statistics from the Malaysian labour market highlight increases in job opportunities, especially in technical, craft, and professional roles across services and manufacturing industries.

Although foreign worker quotas are still regulated, sectors like construction and manufacturing often face persistent shortages of skilled workers — a trend reflected in labour vacancies and employer hiring patterns. This has driven companies to seek both local and foreign skilled talent to maintain project timelines and productivity

How Kainan Helps:
Kainan assists employers with sourcing skilled workers from approved workforce pools, documentation compliance, and onboarding services to meet immediate and long-term manpower needs.

References:
• Labour demand trends across sectors (services, manufacturing, construction).
(https://www.midf.com.my/sites/corporate/files/2025-11/econs-msia-september_labour-mbsbr-101125.pdf)