Wilhelmsen Ship Management Sdn Bhd
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    Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    Defence, Aerospace & Marine

    Specialities

    Logistics, Transportation

    Company size

    1,001-5,000

    Primary location

    18th Floor, Menara TH 1 Sentral, Jalan Rakyat, Kuala Lumpur Sentral 50470 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
    Our vision is to shape the maritime industry.Founded in Norway in 1861, Wilhelmsen is a comprehensive global maritime group providing essential products and services to the merchant fleet, along with supplying crew and technical management to the largest and most complex vessels ever to sail. Committed to shaping the maritime industry, we also seek to develop new opportunities and collaborations in renewables, zero-emission shipping, and marine digitalization. Supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace, with thousands of colleagues across close to 60 countries, we take innovation, sustainability and unparalleled customer experiences one step further.

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    3.237 ratings in total
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    71%
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    62%
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    What’s it like working at Wilhelmsen Ship Management Sdn Bhd?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees appreciate the flexible and shorter working hours with the option to work from home, as well as the friendly, helpful and supportive colleagues who create a positive team environment. The comfortable office environment with good facilities and convenient location in KL Sentral is valued, along with the learning opportunities particularly for fresh graduates in the maritime industry. The multinational exposure and working with diverse nationalities provides valuable cultural experience, whilst medical coverage, annual leave, and office amenities are appreciated benefits.

    However, there are some potential challenges, including a heavy workload with tight deadlines and multiple tasks to manage, particularly during month-end periods. Work-life balance can be affected by the need to work overtime, weekends, and public holidays, with limited overtime claims for higher salaries. Remuneration and benefits are perceived as lower than market rates with limited increments, and career growth opportunities are somewhat restricted to when positions become vacant. Some employees note that management can be strict with varying levels of support, and staff need to manage multiple entities and changing vessel schedules. There are occasional challenges with interdepartmental communication and some office politics.

    Recent reviews

    1.0
    account payable
    May 2026
    Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala LumpurLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
    nothing
    The good thingsHybrid only after confirmation thats all
    The challengesNo hybrid during confirmation so may chances to extend the confirmation and wfo too. Too many entities. Next the management is so strict even small small things also need to inform in groups.
    3.0
    Accounts Role
    Aug 2025
    Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala Lumpur2 to 3 years in the role, current employee
    A good place to start your career and gain foundational experience, especially if you are looking to build technical skills early on. However, there is little incentive to stay long-term, as the work is highly repetitive with limited variety or challenge. Deadlines are consistently tight, creating a high-pressure environment, and support from team lead/managers is often minimal. Career progression opportunities are limited, with few clear development paths or upskilling initiatives. Over time, this can lead to stagnation and burnout, particularly for those seeking growth, recognition, or a better work-life balance.
    The good thingsPositive work environment and culture. Flexible working hours. Option to work from home. Supportive team and colleagues.
    The challengesPoor work-life balance — unable to claim overtime if working from home. Need to manage too many entities (company codes). Some managers appear indifferent, offering little to no help and only taking action after one-on-one discussions—often only when employees resign. Office politics are present, with conflicts of interest between managers and upper management. Remuneration is basic, with no additional perks. Limited opportunity to take leave due to continuous month-end closing (varies depending on portfolio). Lack of career progression and limited growth opportunities unless employees resign and positions open up. No overtime allowance for salaries above RM4,000. Excessive volume of email correspondence to monitor during monthly closing—potentially 40–90 emails in a single day if you are on leave and not checking your laptop.
    5.0
    IT intern
    May 2023
    Kuala LumpurLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
    should try to gain knowledge & skills
    The good thingssupportive, health, good teamwork, able to work
    The challengesneed to learn and adapt by using existing skills
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