Established in 2016, Andaraya is a licensed recruitment agency in Malaysia operating under JTKSM Licence C. We provide structured, ethical and fully compliant workforce solutions for local and foreign workers, supporting Malaysian businesses across multiple industries with transparency, regulatory adherence and responsible recruitment practices. Ap Andaraya Sdn Bhd operates under JTKSM Licence C — the highest tier of foreign worker recruitment authorization in Malaysia. Since 1988, we have placed over 10,000 workers and supported 800+ employers with compliant, ethical workforce solutions.
Our operations align with JTKSM regulations, PERKESO (SOCSO), DOSH requirements and Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) standards — ensuring employers receive reliable manpower solutions with complete documentation and compliance assurance.
Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya Sdn. Bhd. is a licensed private employment agency in Malaysia operating under JTKSM Licence C — the highest authorisation tier for foreign worker recruitment.
The Andaraya journey began with the incorporation of Andaraya (M) Sdn. Bhd. on 30 January 1992. What started as an integrated facilities and manpower support organisation steadily evolved into a structured workforce management group serving employers across multiple industries.
With decades of operational experience in labour accommodation (CLQ) management, payroll administration, transportation coordination, and workforce support services, the organisation developed color-primary-900 institutional knowledge in managing large-scale manpower ecosystems.
In 2018, recruitment operations were formally reorganised under Agensi Pekerjaan Ukhwah Sdn. Bhd. as a licensed private employment agency regulated by Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Semenanjung Malaysia (JTKSM) under the Private Employment Agencies Act 1981.
Effective 1 January 2026, the entity was renamed Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya Sdn. Bhd., consolidating the Andaraya brand under a unified corporate structure and reinforcing its long-term commitment to regulatory integrity and responsible workforce management.
Structured governance processes aligned with Malaysian labour regulations and federal compliance frameworks.
Systems-driven workforce lifecycle management ensuring stability, documentation accuracy, and long-term sustainability.
Decades of manpower deployment experience across approved Malaysian industry sectors.
Trusted by hundreds of employers nationwide with a long-standing track record of responsible placement and workforce oversight.
Founded and led by Dato' Sri Hj Mohd Ismail Bin Hj Norbat, whose leadership has shaped the organisation’s growth over more than three decades, grounded in structured governance and long-term institutional vision.
Our corporate history reflects adaptation, regulatory alignment and long-term workforce expertise.
Established as an integrated workforce and facilities management company providing labour camp management, payroll, HR and foreign worker support services.
Expanded services across Malaysia, supporting manufacturing, construction and plantation sectors while placing over 10,000 workers nationwide.
In response to outsourcing reforms, recruitment operations were formalised under a licensed private employment agency framework.
Brand consolidation under JTKSM Licence C — the highest level of foreign worker recruitment authorization in Malaysia.
Our operations are regulated under Malaysian labour, immigration and employment agency laws — ensuring every placement meets statutory and ethical standards.
Licensed by Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Semenanjung Malaysia under the Private Employment Agencies Act 1981 — authorising recruitment across all approved industries in Peninsular Malaysia.
Structured coordination for foreign worker quota approvals, visa processing, and permit renewals in compliance with Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration requirements.
Digital profile and quota monitoring through the Foreign Worker Centralized Management System 2.0 (FWCMS), ensuring traceable and compliant processing.
All foreign worker medical screenings conducted in accordance with FOMEMA requirements — pre-departure and annually — with complete documentation management.
Practices aligned with Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) ethical recruitment principles — transparency, zero hidden fees, and full worker welfare protection.
Compliance, transparency, and responsible recruitment practices are embedded into every process we undertake.
Zero tolerance for unethical recruitment practices, hidden fees, or worker exploitation. Transparency and fairness remain non-negotiable.
Continuous monitoring of labour regulations, Immigration updates, and policy changes — ensuring our employer partners remain fully compliant without reactive disruption.
Recruitment aligned with operational growth, productivity targets, and long-term expansion planning.
Structured onboarding, accurate documentation, accommodation compliance, and ongoing welfare monitoring contribute to higher retention and workforce stability.
Our strength lies not only in licensing and systems — but in the experience of our people. Consultants and compliance specialists work closely with employers to ensure every placement is accurate, lawful, and sustainable.
Our consultants specialise in manufacturing, construction, plantation, logistics, and hospitality workforce recruitment. We conduct structured screening, skills validation, and employer matching to ensure high retention and operational productivity from day one.
Our compliance team manages MOHA approvals, Immigration documentation, FWCMS subcompany-profile-sections, levy coordination, renewals, and regulatory updates — minimising risk and ensuring employers remain fully compliant under Malaysian labour law at all times.
Independent recognition from Malaysia's leading consumer and industry bodies validates our commitment to service quality, ethical practices, and regulatory compliance.
Recognised for outstanding service quality and ethical foreign worker recruitment practices across Malaysia's key industries.
Officially recognised by the National Consumer Action Council for outstanding regulatory compliance and responsible employer service delivery.
Consistently clean audit record with JTKSM spanning over 35 years of operation — zero regulatory violations or licence suspensions.
Key information about our licensing, services, compliance standards, and workforce solutions.
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