Recently, as the Visit Malaysia 2026 tourism promotion campaign progresses and investments in the technology and manufacturing sectors continue, hiring demand across multiple industries in Malaysia has remained active. These developments provide job seekers and working professionals with more employment options and reflect broader structural trends in the current labour market.

📌 Hotel and Accommodation Industry

As visitor numbers increase, hotels and accommodation services are seeing higher demand for workers.

• Roles include front desk operations, housekeeping, and operational support

• Employers place emphasis on service attitude, communication skills, and reliability

  
  

📌 Food and Beverage Industry 

Restaurants and food outlets located in tourist areas often expand their workforce during peak travel periods.

• Positions include service staff, kitchen support, and outlet operations

• Work environments are fast-paced and require teamwork and responsibility

📌 Retail and Tourism-Related Consumer Services

Tourist spending supports job demand in retail, especially in shopping areas and tourist zones.

• Roles include sales assistants, inventory support, and store operations

• Basic communication skills and customer service awareness are important

  
  

  
  

📌 Transportation and Travel-Related Services

Higher travel activity also increases demand for transportation and mobility-related roles.

• Includes coordination, service support, and operational roles

• Time management and process coordination are key requirements

📌 Events and Tourism Support Services

Tourism campaigns, exhibitions, and large-scale events generate additional support roles.

• Includes event coordination, on-site support, and administrative assistance

• Many roles are project-based or seasonal