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New Straits Times
9 hours ago
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Sun Bus Tech, Johor council pact sets RM4,000 skilled wage benchmark
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Johor's push for a future-ready workforce gained traction today as Sun Bus Tech inked a strategic pact with the Johor Talent Development Council (JTDC), to introduce a new RM4,000 starting salary benchmark for skilled workers. The new pay scale benchmark supports state's push to raise wages and retain talent in high-demand sectors, such as mobility and advanced manufacturing. Under a memorandum of understanding, Sun Bus Tech will also offer structured, on-site industrial training for trainees from the state's small and medium-sized industries (SMIs) while bridging classroom theory with hands-on practice. Johor Education and Information Committee chairman Aznan Tamin said the collaboration was "a model public-private partnership", He added that Sun Bus Tech's commitment to competitive wages and talent development supports the state's ambition to attract skilled workers and sustainable investment. Sun Bus Tech chief executive officer Shyan Phang said the RM4,000 starting pay was more than a salary upgrade; it was a message to young Malaysians. "We believe a company's strength lies in its people. With this initiative, we are opening doors for young talent not just to find jobs, but to build careers," she said. "Our collaboration with JTDC signals our commitment to grow hand-in-hand with Johor." The initiative includes tuition support, technical immersion at Sun Bus Tech's Senai facility, a The model is seen as a potential blueprint for industry-led solutions to Malaysia's growing skilled labour gap. Sun Bus Tech has emerged as a transport solutions provider, specialising in high-quality bus bodies for conventional and electric fleets. In just a year since its formal establishment, the firm has secured a partnership with Swiss engineering giant Carrosserie HESS AG. It also opened a green-rated, solar-powered headquarters at Senai Airport City. The JTDC partnership marks another milestone in the company's rapid rise. It also signals Johor's renewed focus on workforce development and industrial innovation.
The Sun
10 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Sun Bus Tech, JTDC to offer RM4,000 starting pay in talent drive
KULAI: Bus body manufacturer Sun Bus Tech has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Johor Talent Development Council (JTDC) to launch an industrial talent development initiative, offering a starting salary of RM4,000 to newly skilled workers. State Education and Information Committee chairman Aznan Tamin, who is also JTDC chairman, said the collaboration reflects a proactive approach to enhancing local talent capabilities in support of Johor's development agenda. He said the company's commitment to providing both training and competitive salaries demonstrates how the private sector can lead in building a stronger future for the state. 'We hope this premium salary initiative sets a benchmark and encourages more companies in Johor to invest in talent development and create high-quality jobs. 'It aligns with our vision to retain skilled workers, strengthen the industrial base, and ensure Johor remains a prime destination for investment and innovation,' he said at the MoU signing ceremony here today. JTDC is a key initiative under the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), aimed at producing highly skilled local talent to meet the growing needs of investors and industries in the state. It targets the creation of 20,000 high-income jobs, with phased implementation beginning this year. Aznan also noted that several companies have expressed interest in the initiative, with more MoUs and agreements currently being finalised. Meanwhile, Sun Bus Tech chief executive officer Shayn Pang said the company aims to hire about 200 workers through the programme, with 40 per cent of the positions already filled. The rest will be filled in stages through a screening and training process. The programme will focus on technical and manufacturing roles, such as skilled operators and technicians. 'This partnership not only provides tuition support, but also offers industrial exposure, hands-on training at our facilities, and a guaranteed career path upon graduation. 'It highlights the strong synergy between the Johor state government and industry players, and reinforces our commitment to positioning Johor as a hub for skilled talent in the mobility and manufacturing sectors,' she said. Sun Bus Tech, based in Senai Airport City, is a leading player in the transport industry, specialising in high-quality bus body construction for both conventional and electric vehicles.
New Straits Times
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Sun Bus Tech sets RM4,000 premium salary, powers Johor Talent drive
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Johor's push for a future-ready workforce gained major traction today as Sun Bus Tech inked a strategic pact with the Johor Talent Development Council (JTDC), to introduce a premium RM4,000 starting salary for skilled workers. The bold new benchmark in the state's industrial pay scale, aligns with Johor government's call to raise wage standards and retain talent in high-demand sectors, particularly mobility and advanced manufacturing. Under the Note of Understanding, Sun Bus Tech will also offer structured, on-site industrial training for trainees from the state's small and medium-sized industries (SMIs) while bridging classroom theory with hands-on practice. Johor Education and Information Committee chairman Aznan Tamin said the collaboration was "model public-private partnership," adding, that Sun Bus Tech's commitment to both competitive wages and talent-building supports Johor's long-term ambition to become a magnet for skilled workers and sustainable investment. Sun Bus Tech chief executive officer Shyan Phang, said the RM4,000 starting pay was more than a salary upgrade, it was a message to young Malaysians. "We believe a company's strength lies in its people. With this initiative, we are opening doors for young talent to not just find jobs, but build careers," she said. "Our collaboration with JTDC signaled our long-term commitment to grow hand-in-hand with Johor." The initiative includes tuition support, technical immersion at Sun Bus Tech's Senai facility, and assured career pathways post-training. The model is being touted as a template for industry-led solutions to Malaysia's growing skilled labour gap. Sun Bus Tech has evolved into a key mobility player specialising in high-quality bus bodies for both conventional and electric fleets. In just a year since its formal establishment, the firm has secured a strategic partnership with Swiss engineering giant Carrosserie HESS AG and opened a green-rated, solar-powered headquarters at Senai Airport City. The JTDC partnership marked another milestone in the company's rapid rise. Its is also a broader signal that Johor is doubling down on its talent and industrial future.
