Ap Andaraya is a JTKSM Licence C (No. 657) certified foreign worker recruitment agency in Malaysia, operating since 2016. We deliver end-to-end workforce solutions — overseas sourcing, pre-departure FOMEMA medicals, FWCMS 2.0 quota applications, PLKS processing, SOCSO & EPF enrollment, and accommodation compliance — fully aligned with DOSH, PERKESO (SOCSO), and Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) standards. Trusted by 900+ Malaysian employers across construction, manufacturing, plantation, logistics, and services.
As a JTKSM Licence C certified recruitment agency in Malaysia (No. 657), Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya Sdn Bhd manages the full employment lifecycle — from overseas sourcing and pre-departure screening to FWCMS 2.0 quota applications, PLKS renewals, and ongoing workforce compliance management.
Local Recruitment
Structured sourcing and direct placement of skilled and semi-skilled Malaysian workers across construction, manufacturing, logistics, hospitality, and services sectors. All candidates undergo background screening, reference verification, and are enrolled in EPF and SOCSO from day one — fully compliant with the Employment Act 1955.
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Core Service
End-to-end foreign worker recruitment in Malaysia from JTKSM-approved source countries — Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar, India, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Services cover overseas screening, pre-departure FOMEMA medicals, VDR processing, PLKS application, airport pick-up, onboarding, and full documentation — fully compliant with the Immigration Act 1959/63 and JTKSM regulations.
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Regulatory
Professional end-to-end support for Foreign Workers Centralised Management System (FWCMS 2.0) quota submissions, KDN security approvals, e-PPAx integration, and PLKS processing — aligned with the latest Ministry of Human Resources (KSM) and JTKSM circulars for 2026. We handle all documentation, follow-ups, and system submissions on your behalf.
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Executive
Confidential executive search and headhunting for C-suite, senior management, and technical specialist roles across Malaysia. Our methodology combines direct approach, competency-based assessment, and deep industry network mapping to identify and secure leadership talent that drives sustainable organisational growth.
Learn more about executive searchHolding JTKSM Licence C No. 657 — the highest-tier foreign worker recruitment authorisation in Malaysia — Ap Andaraya Sdn Bhd has built a compliance-first reputation that satisfies Malaysian immigration authorities, global RBA supply chain auditors, and SMETA assessors since 2016.
Ap Andaraya operates under Licence C issued by Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Semenanjung Malaysia (JTKSM) — the most comprehensive foreign worker recruitment authorisation in Peninsular Malaysia. Licence C covers all industries and all JTKSM-approved source countries, giving Malaysian employers a single, fully regulated recruitment partner.
We maintain direct working relationships with government-authorised recruitment agents in Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar, India, Pakistan, and Vietnam — enabling consistent worker supply, verified documentation pipelines, and pre-screened candidate quality aligned with Malaysian employer requirements and JTKSM source-country approvals.
Every placement is managed under the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Code of Conduct framework. Our zero-cost recruitment model — where no recruitment fees are charged to workers — ensures clients pass SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) and global buyer supply chain audits with fully documented, debt-free workers.
From pre-departure FOMEMA medicals and PLKS applications to annual SOCSO enrollment, EPF contributions, accommodation audits under Act 446 (Workers' Minimum Standards of Housing and Amenities Act 1990), and PLKS renewals — Ap Andaraya manages your entire foreign worker compliance lifecycle in-house, reducing employer risk and audit exposure.
Ap Andaraya provides JTKSM Licence C compliant foreign worker recruitment and workforce management services across Malaysia's key economic sectors. Every industry placement includes regulatory documentation, skills verification, safety induction, SOCSO enrollment, and ongoing compliance support — ensuring your workforce is audit-ready from day one.
Skilled and semi-skilled foreign production operators, factory workers, quality control assistants, and technical support staff for electronics, FMCG, rubber, chemical, and heavy manufacturing plants across Selangor, Johor, Penang, and Pahang. All placements include occupational safety induction, DOSH-aligned documentation, and SOCSO enrollment from day one. Primarily sourced from Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Myanmar under JTKSM-approved quotas.
CIDB-registered foreign construction workers including general workers, bar benders, formwork carpenters, scaffolders, concreters, and site supervisors for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects across Malaysia. Deployment includes CIDB Green Card application, DOSH safety training, site-readiness assessment, and full JTKSM-compliant documentation — meeting CIDB Act 520 and Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 requirements.
Experienced foreign plantation and agricultural workers for palm oil estates, rubber plantations, vegetable farms, and aquaculture operations across Sabah, Sarawak, and Peninsular Malaysia. Our plantation workforce supply includes pre-deployment FOMEMA health screening, estate-specific skills briefing, and complete PLKS documentation — supporting uninterrupted plantation operations and compliance with the Plantation Industry Labour Agreement.
Warehouse assistants, forklift operators, delivery crew, hotel housekeeping staff, kitchen helpers, restaurant crew, cleaners, and facility management workers for logistics hubs, hotels, F&B operators, and service businesses across Malaysia. Full onboarding, certification coordination, SOCSO & EPF enrollment, and compliance documentation included — ensuring your operation remains audit-ready and fully staffed at all times.
Every foreign worker placement by Ap Andaraya is governed by a multi-body compliance framework covering JTKSM, DOSH, PERKESO (SOCSO), FOMEMA, Housing Act (Act 446), and Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) requirements — satisfying Malaysian employment law and global supply chain audit standards.
Fully registered with Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Semenanjung Malaysia (JTKSM) under Licence C No. 657 — the highest-tier foreign worker recruitment authorisation in Peninsular Malaysia, covering all industries and all JTKSM-approved source countries.
All foreign workers are enrolled in PERKESO (SOCSO) and EPF from their first day of employment, ensuring statutory contribution compliance under the Employees' Social Security Act 1969 and Employees Provident Fund Act 1991 — protecting both workers and employers from legal exposure.
Pre-departure and annual FOMEMA health screenings are managed end-to-end, with full documentation, referral follow-up, and worker replacement coordination where medically required — ensuring continuous regulatory clearance and Immigration compliance under the Immigration Act 1959/63.
Worker accommodation is audited and maintained against the Workers' Minimum Standards of Housing and Amenities Act 1990 (Act 446) and Occupational Safety and Health requirements — with documented inspection records available for SMETA, RBA, and employer audit defence.
From electronics manufacturing in Selangor to construction in Kuala Lumpur and glove manufacturing in Klang — Malaysian employers across industries trust Ap Andaraya for compliant, audit-ready foreign worker recruitment.
"Our RBA audits pass every year. Worker documentation, SOCSO records, and accommodation compliance are consistently strong — the Andaraya team handles everything without us having to chase a single form."
"FWCMS 2.0 quota approval, KDN security clearance, VDR processing, and full onboarding — completed smoothly with zero Immigration issues. Exactly what a compliant contractor needs."
"Their zero-cost recruitment model was the key. We passed our SMETA audit with fully documented, debt-free workers and clean recruitment records from day one. No other agency in Malaysia delivered that."
Clear answers on hiring local and foreign workers in Malaysia — covering JTKSM Licence C requirements, FWCMS 2.0 quota applications, compliance with Act 446, OSHA 1994, Employment Act 1955, SOCSO, and international RBA and SMETA standards. Updated for 2026.
With a JTKSM Licence C certified recruitment agency in Malaysia, the full foreign worker recruitment process typically takes 30 to 45 days from quota approval to deployment. The timeline covers:
Complex cases, high-volume placements, or source-country documentation delays may extend the timeline. Ap Andaraya provides a dedicated case manager to track every stage and minimise delays.
A Licence C is the highest-tier foreign worker recruitment authorisation issued by Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Semenanjung Malaysia (JTKSM) under the Private Employment Agencies Act 1981. It authorises agencies to legally recruit, place, and manage foreign workers from all JTKSM-approved source countries, across all industries in Peninsular Malaysia.
Why Licence C matters to employers:
Ap Andaraya Sdn Bhd holds JTKSM Licence C No. 657, active and renewable, covering all industries and all government-approved source countries.
Yes. Ap Andaraya provides recruitment for both local Malaysian workers and foreign workers — under a single, JTKSM Licence C certified provider. Our services include:
Both local and foreign worker placements are supported across manufacturing, construction, plantation, logistics, hospitality, and services sectors.
Malaysian employers hiring local or foreign workers must comply with several key legislative frameworks:
Ap Andaraya guides employers across all compliance requirements and provides documentation support for DOSH, SOCSO, FOMEMA, and Act 446 audits.
RBA (Responsible Business Alliance) is an international industry coalition — the world's largest — that sets the Code of Conduct for ethical labour practices, worker health and safety, environmental responsibility, and supply chain integrity. It is mandatory for suppliers to many global electronics, apparel, and manufacturing brands.
SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) is the most widely used social audit methodology globally, designed to assess supplier facilities against the RBA Code of Conduct across four pillars: Labour, Health & Safety, Environment, and Business Ethics.
What RBA and SMETA compliance means for Malaysian employers:
Ap Andaraya operates a zero-cost recruitment model and is fully aligned with the RBA Code of Conduct — enabling clients to pass SMETA audits and satisfy global buyer supply chain requirements without risk.
Ap Andaraya provides JTKSM Licence C compliant foreign and local worker recruitment across Malaysia's key economic sectors:
All placements are structured to your approved FWCMS 2.0 quota and JTKSM sector eligibility — with full compliance documentation provided.
Under current JTKSM and Ministry of Human Resources (KSM) policy, Malaysia approves foreign worker recruitment from the following source countries, subject to sector eligibility and bilateral government agreements:
Source country availability may vary by approved quota sector and prevailing government policy. Ap Andaraya maintains active sourcing networks in all approved source countries through government-authorised partner agencies, enabling consistent worker supply and pre-screened candidate pipelines.
If a foreign worker absconds, Malaysian employers have specific legal obligations under the Immigration Act 1959/63:
Ap Andaraya assists clients with proper Immigration reporting procedures, documentation preparation, permit cancellation coordination, and provides replacement worker support within agreed service terms to minimise operational disruption.
Our JTKSM Licence C compliance team responds within 2 hours on working days — covering quota applications, RBA audits, Act 446, FWCMS 2.0, and more.
JTKSM Licence C No. 657 — Issued to Ap Andaraya Sdn Bhd. Highest tier foreign worker recruitment licence in Malaysia.
