Things to know if you

by StudyMalaysia on May 2, 2018 | Top Stories

Things to know if you - StudyMalaysia.com

Did you graduate recently or will you be graduating soon? Will you be looking for a job this year? Here are some things you should know if you’re on a career hunt in 2018.

First, there’s most certainly good news if you’re looking for a job this year. According to JobStreet.com, their Job Outlook Report 2018 indicates that both employers and talent have a more optimistic outlook in 2018. It is expected that job opportunities for candidates in 2018 will be stronger than they were in 2017; about 30% of Malaysian employers have indicated an increase in hiring activity.

“We see both employers and candidates sharing a more optimistic outlook towards the job market this year. The key drivers of this sentiment are the rise of start-ups, expansion of local businesses, and entry of foreign companies that will lead to job creation and the need for diversified skills. Therefore, we can expect both job hunting and hiring activity to pick up in 2018,” said Chook Yuh Yng, Country Manager of JobStreet.com Malaysia.

As a job seeker, it would be good to list down what you’d like your new career to be like. For a start, you’re probably looking for a job that pays well and one that matches your skills and qualifications. So how much pay should you be expecting? It would be wise to check out the starting salaries of the jobs you’re interested in and do a reality check before submitting your CV and going for an interview. You don’t want to blow off any employment opportunities by asking for a package that is way too high!

Read more:

How much you should expect to be paid when you graduate

If you’ve just graduated or will be graduating soon, you might be wondering which entry level jobs have the best starting salary. Or you might wonder how much salary to expect when applying for your first job. Here is a guide to the average salaries of entry level jobs in Malaysia according to JobStreet.com’s 2017 salary report.

Entry level jobs with the best starting salary in Malaysia

The 2017 Salary Report released by JobStreet.com aims to provide job seekers with a guide to the average salaries offered by companies. This is to help candidates understand the job market better when applying for jobs. So which jobs and which industries offered the highest salary for entry level jobs? Read on to find out!

What you need to know about the current job market if you’re an undergrad

Are you currently studying at college or university? Perhaps you’re getting ready to pursue your higher education. Stop and read this cos here’s what you need to know about the current job market.

Don’t forget that you’re likely to want a job that offers you the chance to advance to better career opportunities. It will probably be a plus if your job is not too stressful and gives you a good work-life balance. Do also think about the benefits that the prospective job offers. According to Job Outlook Report 2018, the top five benefits desired by employees are: health/medical insurance, transportation allowance, medical coverage for family/dependents, pension/retirement fund and flexible working hours. What are some of the benefits that you’d like for your job?

And if you’re looking for a job this year, you might be wondering which careers are in demand by employers. The Critical Occupations List (COL) 2017/2018 for Malaysia has listed 58 occupations that are skilled, sought-after, and strategic across 18 sectors in Malaysia.

These careers are:

Managing Director and Chief Executive
Finance Manager
Policy and Planning Manager
Business Service Manager
Business Services and Administration Manager (others)
Sales and Marketing Manager
Research and Development Manager
Manufacturing Manager
Construction Manager
Supply, Distribution and Related Manager
Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Manager
Chemist
Geologist and Geophysicist
Mathematician, Actuary and Statistician
Industrial and Production Engineer
Civil Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Chemical Engineer
Mining Engineer, Metallurgists and Related Professionals
Engineering Professionals (Excluding Electrotechnology)
Electrical Engineer
Electronic Engineer
Telecommunications Engineer
Ships Engineer
Aircraft Pilot and Related Professional
Manufacturing Professional
Specialist Medical Practitioner
Environmental and Occupational Health and Hygiene Professional
University and Higher Education Professional Teacher
Accountant
Financial Analyst
Research and Development Professional
Public Relations Professional
Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Sales Professional
Systems Analyst
Software Developer
Applications Programmer
Software and Applications Developer (others)
Databases and Administrator
Systems Administrator
Computer Network Professional
Electrical Engineering Technician
Electronics Engineering Technician
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Physical and Engineering Science Technician (others)
Manufacturing Supervisor
Construction Supervisor
Aircraft Technician
Environmental and Occupational Health Inspector and Associate
Insurance Underwriter
Commercial Sales Agent
Buyer
Computer Network and Systems Technician
CNC Machinist
Electrical Mechanic and Fitter
Rubber Products Machine Operator
Stationary Plant and Machine Operator (others)
Heavy Truck and Lorry Driver

In a nutshell, employment prospects are up from last year so that’s good news. But do make sure you spend some time on that CV before sending it out and brush up on your job interview skills. It also won’t hurt to check out the entry level salary of the job you’re after as well as monitoring which careers are most in demand when planning your career advancement strategy.

Source: