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Foreign worker hostel & transportation management

Nationwide foreign worker hostel management and licensed worker transportation — from JTKSM-certified, Act 446-compliant accommodation and centralised labour quarters (CLQ) to GPS-tracked daily transport. Coordinated by Andaraya (M) Sdn. Bhd., our dedicated workforce management arm handling daily operational care across Selangor, Johor, Melaka, and Penang.

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Who manages your foreign worker hostel & transport?

The Andaraya Group operates as two sister companies with distinct, complementary mandates — from recruitment to hostel accommodation and worker transport — forming a complete workforce solution under one group.

Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya Sdn. Bhd. holds JTKSM Licence C (No. 657) and specialises in sourcing, screening, and placing workers. Andaraya (M) Sdn. Bhd. is the workforce management arm — dedicated to daily operational care, including Act 446-compliant hostel accommodation, migrant worker welfare standards, and licensed worker transportation logistics, ensuring your operations remain fully compliant with Malaysian law at every stage.

Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya Sdn. Bhd.

The licensed recruitment arm — JTKSM Licence C (No. 657) sourcing.

Andaraya (M) Sdn. Bhd.

The workforce management arm — active hostels & daily transportation.

Hostel Management

Act 446-certified foreign worker hostel management

Full lifecycle foreign worker hostel management — from JTKSM certification and centralised labour quarters (CLQ) assessment to daily operations.

JTKSM Certification

Certificate of Accommodation applications, renewals, and JTKSM compliance inspection coordination fully managed.

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Facility Operations

Daily housekeeping, facility maintenance, sanitation, and utilities management across all housed quarters.

RBA-Aligned Welfare

No curfews on off-hours movement, zero CCTV in private zones, and confidential worker grievance channels.

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Occupancy & Records

Digital registers tracking space allocation per worker, inspection-ready logs, and audit trail maintenance.

Compliance & House Rules

Foreign worker hostel rules and regulations in Malaysia

Every hostel we manage is held to Act 446's minimum standards alongside RBA-aligned welfare practices. Key worker hostel rules and regulations we enforce as standard:

  • Valid JTKSM Certificate of Accommodation for every facility housing workers
  • Space allocation and occupancy limits assessed against Act 446 and CLQ standards during certification
  • No curfews restricting workers' off-hours movement
  • No CCTV in sleeping areas, bathrooms, or changing rooms
  • Confidential worker grievance channels, independent of the employer
  • Scheduled sanitation, pest control, and fire-safety checks with full documentation

For the full legal breakdown, penalties, and application process, see our complete Act 446 compliance guide.

How much space per worker?

Centralised Labour Quarters (CLQ) guidelines generally call for a minimum of around 3.0 square metres of dormitory space per worker, alongside separate sleeping arrangements and an adequate bathroom-to-occupant ratio. Exact figures are confirmed case-by-case during JTKSM certification. Use our Space Standards Calculator to estimate requirements for your headcount.

Transportation Management

Licensed foreign worker transport, GPS-tracked

Scheduled, auditable worker transport between approved accommodation and factory worksites — fully APAD-licensed and GPS-monitored.

APAD-Licensed Fleet

Company-registered multi-passenger vehicles fully compliant with statutory commercial transport regulations and PUSPAKOM cycles.

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GPS Tracking & Logs

Real-time vehicle position tracking, speed monitoring, and digital trip logging between quarters and plants for audit readiness.

Scheduled Shift Transits

Coordinated multi-tier pick-up routing seamlessly synchronized to morning, afternoon, and midnight industrial shift rosters.

OSHA Safety & Vetting

Strict driver background checks, verified commercial licenses, and full passenger insurance layers to pass global RBA audits.

FAQ

Hostel & transportation FAQ

Do I need a separate contract with Andaraya (M) Sdn. Bhd.?
Yes — recruitment and workforce management are handled by two separate but affiliated entities. This keeps your recruitment agreement and your ongoing hostel/transport service agreement clearly scoped and auditable.
Can you manage hostels we already own or lease?
Yes. We can assess your existing premises against Act 446 standards, coordinate JTKSM certification, and take over day-to-day facility operations.
What are the hostel rules and regulations for foreign workers in Malaysia?
Foreign worker accommodation is governed primarily by Act 446 (Workers' Minimum Standards of Housing, Accommodations and Amenities Act 1990), enforced by JTKSM. Core rules cover a valid Certificate of Accommodation, space and occupancy limits, sanitation and fire-safety standards, and no curfews restricting workers' off-hours movement. We apply RBA-aligned welfare practices on top of these legal minimums as standard across every hostel we manage.
How much space is required per worker in a hostel?
Space allocation is assessed case-by-case during JTKSM certification, based on room configuration and building type. As a general benchmark, Centralised Labour Quarters (CLQ) guidelines call for a minimum of around 3.0 square metres of dormitory space per worker, with separate sleeping arrangements and an adequate bathroom-to-occupant ratio. Use our Space Standards Calculator to estimate rooms, toilets, and bathrooms for your headcount — our facility assessments then confirm exact requirements before certification is applied for.
What is a Centralised Labour Quarters (CLQ)?
A Centralised Labour Quarters (CLQ) is purpose-built or approved housing that accommodates workers — often across multiple employers — in a single regulated facility, offering standardised sanitation, security, and amenities under Act 446. We help employers decide whether housing within an existing CLQ or maintaining private Act 446-certified accommodation better fits their operations.
Is CCTV allowed in worker dormitories?
No — RBA standards strictly prohibit CCTV in sleeping areas, bathrooms, and changing rooms. Our facility management practices are designed around this requirement by default.
What happens if a hostel fails a JTKSM inspection?
We coordinate rectification works and re-inspection scheduling directly with JTKSM, keeping your certification timeline on track and minimising operational disruption.
Do you manage worker hostels and transportation in Melaka and other states?
Yes — our hostel management and worker transportation services operate nationwide across Peninsular Malaysia, including Selangor, Johor, Melaka, and Penang, wherever our clients' worksites are located.
Related Resources

Compliance & Workforce Guides

Act 446 Accommodation

Centralised living quarters (CLQ) audits, layout documentation, and fast-tracked JTKSM hostel certifications.

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Foreign Worker Recruitment

End‑to‑end workforce sourcing, biometric screening, and entry management across all KDN-approved industries.

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RBA & SMETA Audit Compliance

Pre-audit gap analyses, transparent supply chain mapping, and corrective action planning for social codes.

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Foreign Worker eQuota Guide

Step‑by‑step guidance through the FWCMS eQuota portal interface, KESUMA processing, and 2026 sector allocations.

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Get your foreign worker accommodation & transport audit-ready

From JTKSM certification to daily operations — one team, fully accountable for your foreign worker hostel and transport compliance.

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