Great Resignation unlikely to happen in Malaysia
Uncertainty over the pandemic’s effects on the economy and the high unemployment rate are likely to keep employees in their current jobs.
Malaysia sets up centres to support employment
The Human Resource Ministry will set up a one-stop employment centre in each state in stages, said its minister Datuk Seri M Saravanan.
Malaysia sees recovery in labour market and jobs creation
In January, 42,166 people found employment while 1,200 new jobs were created as the country targets to create 600,000 jobs this year.
Malaysia needs better living wage system, says EPF chief
The Employees Provident Fund is keen to see wages go upwards, but stresses that it must match with the availability of funds and the right way to do it.
Malaysia moots Bill that could make gig workers formal employees
In a first of its kind, the federal government will debate on an amendment Bill that could redefine the relationship of gig workers and tech companies.
Wage subsidies support employment of 2.95 million workers in Malaysia
As of February 18, a total of RM21.72 million has been channelled to 902 MSMEs under the Indian Community Entrepreneur Development Scheme.
Malaysia partners with on-demand work platform to protect gig workers
Gig workers on the platform with existing EPF accounts can give their consent to opt into the programme and set their contribution rate.
Businesses in Malaysia urged to pay workers higher wages
Although the government is still discussing the minimum wage hike, some firms are already paying more than the minimum wage.
Malaysia introduces new scheme to increase employment
The RM40 billion (US$9.6 billion) SemarakNiaga Keluarga Malaysia programme is designed to create jobs and help businesses recover.
Malaysia studies move to increase minimum wage
Despite the rollout of government work support initiatives, employers have been reluctant to offer decent salaries to potential workers.
Malaysia urges firms to return to WFH arrangements
The health ministry noted that the current infectious rate of COVID-19 in the country is higher, and most likely caused by the Omicron variant.
Minimum wage hike will only benefit foreign workers in Malaysia
Foreign workers would send back the surplus of their salaries to their home countries, instead of spending their earnings in Malaysia, says employers group.
Malaysia prepares to launch job creation initiative
The Jamin Kerja Keluarga Malaysia initiative will create 600,000 jobs with a budget of RM4.8 billion (US$1.14 billion).
Employment opportunities increase in Malaysia
The number of jobs in the country reached 8.53 million jobs in the fourth quarter of 2021, the highest number recorded during the pandemic period.
Malaysia’s SME body calls for labour law reform and productivity
The HR Ministry has been urged to focus on reforming labour laws to keep up with the gig economy and the reality of a post-pandemic age.
Malaysian worker unions push for minimum wage hike
Employees have suffered as much as employers during the pandemic, said the Labour Law Reform Coalition.
Malaysia’s labour market improves with lower unemployment
The unemployment rate dropped to 4.2% in December from 4.3% in the previous month, the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) reported.
Malaysia encourages businesses to WFH where possible
Employers have been told to avoid face-to-face meetings for now, and are encouraged to help their workers undergo regular COVID-19 tests.
Malaysia forms government body for job creation and placement
The Government Industry TVET Coordination Body, or GITC, is a collaboration hub to place graduates into relevant jobs.
Employees in Malaysia promised fair maternity leave and allowance
Following complaints of ambiguity, the Women’s Aid Organisation said it sought clarification from Malaysia’s human resource ministry.
Malaysia disburses some RM1.3 million in compensation to delivery riders
The payments cover temporary and permanent disability benefits, medical expenses, and funeral and dependent benefits.
Malaysia mandates employers to post job vacancies on MYFutureJobs
Employers in the country must advertise job vacancies on the MYFutureJobs portal to ensure that these opportunities are offered to locals first
Malaysia budgets RM20.107 billion for wage subsidies
The government has allocated RM20.107 billion (US$4.8 billion) to 357,402 employers under its Wage Subsidy Programme (PSU).
Firms in Malaysia encouraged firms to arrange workers’ vaccination
A public outreach programme provides a more controlled and easier way for workers to receive their booster shots.
Malaysia’s unemployment rate continues to drop
The number of unemployed persons fell below 700,000 in November, its lowest level since April 2020, according to the Department of Statistics.
Most Malaysian MSMEs unable to afford minimum wage
Most businesses are not ready to increase the minimum wage as they still have not recovered from the economic impact of the pandemic.
Malaysia urged to create more high-skilled jobs
High-skilled jobs in the country remains at a low proportion, compared to other advanced economies such as Singapore.
61.7% of Malaysian companies want to continue with hybrid work model
A survey has shown that the majority of businesses in Malaysia are opting to continue with the hybrid model of on-site and remote working.
Malaysians urged to keep up with digital tech
Malaysians must equip themselves with the right knowledge and relevant skill sets in digital technology to stay relevant.
Hiring incentives help retain local workers in Malaysia
As of December 3, some 15,097 employers and 116,316 employees have received PenjanaKerjaya 1.0 benefits worth RM639.3 million.