Vacancy for Graduate Research Assistant (GRA): Formulating the Criteria of Competent Property Managers in Property Management Services

Dear all,

We would like to invite for the application of Graduate Research Assistant under the project - Formulating the Criteria of Competent Property Managers in Property Management Services.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants need to fulfill the following requirements:

1. Local candidates (Malaysian only).
2. Perferable possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Built Environment. Other relevant Degree can be considered too.
3. Minimum CGPA of 3.00.
4. Ready to register as a Master/PhD candidate in Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaya.
5. Have experience in research, publication, data collection, and data analysis.
6. Have commitment and passion toward research.
7. Good proficiency in English and Malay (writing and speaking).
8. Good communication skills and able to interact well with other people.
9. Knowledgeable on SPSS (especially correlation and regression analysis).
10. Able to work independently, good time management, and willing to learn new knowledge and skills. 

SALARY: Up to RM1800 (include EPF) per month.

DURATION: 24 months (start immediately).

LOCATION: Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaya.

For more information, please contact: Dr. Au Yong Cheong Peng at auyongcp@um.edu.my

Students' Achievement 2018

Congratulations to my PhD students for winning prize in the International Research Innovation, Invention & Solution Exposition (IRIISE) 2018. Well done!

Aspects of Building Maintenance that are Neglected by the Building Owners and Management

The article in the following links has listed various aspects of building maintenance being neglected, namely:

1. Unidentified (unresolved) common area defects
2. Fire-fighting equipment maintenance
3. Fire door
4. Electrical installation
5. Water leaks
6. Gas piping
7. Lack of preventive maintenance

The statements are right and they should draw the attention of the building owners and management team. Severe implications can be occurred as a result of overlooking these aspects. 

I might comment/elaborate further based on the article whenever available. 

Article link: http://www.theedgemarkets.com/article/seven-most-overlooked-aspects-building-maintenance

PhD Viva Voce Examination

Congratulations to my PhD candidate, Sr Syamilah Yacob, for passing the PhD Viva Voce Examination with minor correction. Well done!!!

New milestone for myself too.

To all potential PhD candidates who are interested to venture in the research area of Facilities Management/Building Maintenance, please do not hesitate to contact me (email: auyongcp@um.edu.my) for study opportunity in University of Malaya.

Opportunity for Building Surveying Graduates to register as Property Manager under the Board of Valuers, Appraisers, Estate Agents and Property Managers (BOVAEP) Malaysia

To all Building Surveying graduates, this is a good opportunity to expand your career in Property Management Sector. If you have been practising in Property Management Sector for 2 years or more, you may apply as the Registered Property Manager under the Board of Valuers, Appraisers, Estate Agents and Property Managers (BOVAEP) Malaysia. For more information, please view the following links:

https://www.edgeprop.my/content/1301602/what-it-takes-be-registered-property-manager

https://lppeh.gov.my/WP2016/calling-all-currently-practicing-property-managers-to-get-registered-between-jan-2018-onwards-and-dec-2018/

The Importance of Recognizing Building Surveyors in Malaysian Construction Industry

The public complains about the quality, safety and healthy of buildings throughout the time. However, the issue is always neglected, especially towards the existing buildings. In fact, building inspection should be performed regularly to assess the condition and performance of building. This task is done by Building Surveyors. Therefore, it is crucial to recognize the role of Building Surveyors in ensuring the quality, safety and healthy of buildings. After several incidents happened in the buildings (e.g. fire events in the religious school Darul Quran Ittifaqiyah and KWSP building) recently, it is the time to draw attention about the necessity of implementing regular building inspection, recognizing Building Surveyors and establishing the Building Surveyor Act.

Related readings:

http://www.themalaymailonline.com/malaysia/article/surveyors-want-compulsory-safety-inspections-of-buildings-every-two-years#OPFqarJlD0fPQK0v.97

https://www.thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2017/11/23/buildings-must-be-declared-safe-dbkl-periodic-inspection-guideline-necessary-to-ensure-highrises-str/

A Significant Move for Effective Management and Maintenance of Mixed-Use Development

First sub-MC in Malaysia to be formed 

"Sub-MCs were introduced under the Strata Management Act 2013 to address the issue of the maintenance of common property in a mixed-use stratified development."

Read more at the following link: 

https://www.edgeprop.my/content/1285237/first-sub-mc-malaysia-be-formed