Executive Leadership
Dato Sri Sulaiman Abdul Rahman B Abdul Taib
Group Managing Director
Skills & Experience
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Dato Sri Sulaiman has a proven track record of leadership in both the corporate and public sectors. Since his reappointment as Group Managing Director in 2021, he has focused on enhancing business synergies, strengthening financial performance, and driving long-term value creation. His experience in investment banking, corporate finance, and government affairs has been instrumental in shaping Cahya Mata’s strategic direction.
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As the Group Managing Director, Dato Sri Sulaiman is responsible for leading Cahya Mata’s corporate strategy, business operations, and growth initiatives. His leadership ensures that the Group remains resilient, innovative, and aligned with sustainable business practices. He oversees the Group’s financial performance, operational efficiency, and stakeholder engagement while driving strategic transformation and business expansion.
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Dato Sri Sulaiman was previously appointed to the Cahya Mata Board in 1995 and has served in various leadership positions, including Group Chairman, Group Deputy Chairman, Acting Group CEO, and Group Executive Director.
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He is the former Malaysian Deputy Minister of Tourism (2008-2009) and was a Malaysian Member of Parliament Malaysia (2008-2013).
Academic/Professional Qualifications
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Dato Sri Sulaiman holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of San Francisco, California in the USA.
Azhar Bin Othman
Group Chief Financial Officer
Nationality: Malaysian
Age: 58
Gender: Male
Date Appointed to the Key Senior Management Position: 11 June 2025
Responsibilities and Scope
As the Group Chief Financial Officer, Azhar provides strategic leadership over the Group’s finance function, driving the formulation and execution of robust financial strategies and long-term value creation roadmaps. He plays a central role in steering the Group’s financial direction, ensuring that financial management practices are closely aligned with business priorities and support sustainable growth.
His responsibilities encompass overseeing end-to-end financial operations, including treasury management, cash flow optimisation, capital allocation and cost governance, while ensuring disciplined management of overheads and inventory. He is instrumental in strengthening financial resilience through the implementation of cost optimisation initiatives and the enhancement of financial controls, enabling the Group to operate with greater efficiency and agility.
Azhar also leads the development of comprehensive strategic and financial plans, including long-range planning, annual operating plans and performance management frameworks that drive accountability and informed decision-making across the organisation. He is responsible for the integrity and compliance of statutory reporting and tax matters for the Group and its subsidiaries, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices.
In addition, he plays a key role in advancing the Group’s digital finance agenda as a core member of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system implementation taskforce, supporting the integration of systems, data transparency, and process optimisation. Through his leadership, Azhar strengthens the finance function as a strategic business partner, enabling the Group to enhance performance, optimise resources and deliver long-term stakeholder value.
Key Achievements
Azhar has played a pivotal role in transforming the Finance function into a strategic business partner at both Group and Strategic Business Unit levels, with a strong emphasis on financial analysis and cost efficiency through close collaboration with operations.
He successfully restructured the Finance organisation into four core pillars namely Statutory/ERP, Financial Planning and Analysis, Treasury and Performance Management led by dedicated general managers to enhance synergy, efficiency and goal alignment across the Group.
He led the timely completion and Board approval of the Group’s Budget 2026 and five-year strategic plan, while also establishing a centralised treasury function to optimise fund management, reduce cost leakages and improve capital allocation.
Among his notable achievements, Azhar spearheaded the successful securing of a RM600 million loan from Bank of China for the Mambong Clinker Line 2 project at competitive interest rates. He has also strengthened investor relations and engagement with financial institutions and key stakeholders.
In addition, he has driven capability development initiatives to bridge talent and knowledge gaps, enhance succession planning and strengthen competencies across financial reporting, tax, treasury, planning and analysis including performance management. He also worked closely with external auditors to develop strategies to better manage foreign exchange exposure within the Phosphates Strategic Business Unit.
Academic/Professional Qualifications
- Master of Business Administration, Arizona State University/li>
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Corporate Investment, University of North Texas
- Member of Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, United Kingdom
- Member of Malaysian Institute of Accountants
Professional Experience
Azhar brings over 35 years of extensive experience and leadership across a wide range of industries, including semiconductors, textiles, automotive, property development, real estate and infrastructure, investment holding, technology, energy, oil and gas, as well as IT trade facilitation and consultancy.
Prior to joining Cahya Mata Sarawak Berhad, he held senior leadership roles at Dagang NeXchange Berhad, where he served as Group Chief Financial Officer and Group Chief Operating Officer, contributing significantly to the organisation’s financial and operational transformation.
Other Directorship(s) in Public Companies
None
Family Relationship with Other Director(s) and/or Major Shareholder(s) & Declaration
He does not have any conflict of interest or any family relationship with any other Director and/or major shareholder of the Company. He has not been convicted of any offence within the past five years nor has any public sanction or penalty been imposed on him by any relevant regulatory body during the financial year.
Izzam Ibrahim
Group Chief Corporate Services Officer
Nationality: Malaysian
Age: 50
Gender: Male
Date Appointed to the Key Senior Management Position: 1 August 2022
Responsibilities and Scope
As the Group Chief Corporate Services Officer, Izzam provides strategic leadership over a broad portfolio encompassing Legal, Group Contract and Project Governance Services, Group Corporate Secretarial Services, Group Corporate Communications, Group Procurement, Environment, Social & Governance (ESG), as well as the Group Auxiliary Police function. His role is central to strengthening the Group’s governance ecosystem, ensuring that all corporate services are aligned with regulatory requirements, best practices and the Group’s long-term strategic priorities.
He is responsible for safeguarding the Group’s legal and regulatory integrity by overseeing robust compliance frameworks, enhancing contract governance and mitigating legal and operational risks across all business units. In addition, he plays a pivotal role in shaping and protecting the Group’s corporate reputation, driving effective stakeholder communication strategies and reinforcing public confidence in the organisation.
Izzam also leads the advancement of the Group’s ESG agenda, ensuring that sustainability considerations are embedded into business practices and decision-making processes. Through his integrated oversight of governance, compliance, communications and sustainability functions, he strengthens organisational resilience, enhances transparency and supports the Group’s commitment to responsible and sustainable growth.
Key Achievements
Izzam has played a transformative role in strengthening the Group’s governance, compliance and corporate services landscape through a series of high-impact initiatives.
He was instrumental in the establishment and implementation of the Group’s Auxiliary Police operations, significantly enhancing security capabilities while reinforcing governance and control measures across the organisation.
Under his leadership, the Group’s legal risk management framework has been strengthened, ensuring greater alignment with evolving regulatory requirements and improving the robustness of contract negotiation and management practices. He has also driven the implementation of enhanced corporate compliance frameworks, including anti-corruption policies and governance best practices, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to integrity, transparency and ethical business conduct.
In the area of corporate communications, he has successfully forged strategic partnerships with key media organisations, enhancing the Group’s visibility and strengthening the dissemination of information on its achievements and strategic initiatives.
In addition, Izzam has been a key driver in advancing the Group’s ESG agenda, implementing initiatives that have strengthened compliance and improved ESG performance. These efforts have contributed to enhanced ESG ratings and recognition among financial institutions and regulatory stakeholders, further reinforcing the Group’s position as a responsible and sustainable organisation.
Academic/Professional Qualifications
- LLB (Special) (Hons), University of Hull, United Kingdom
- MAICSA Affiliate Member
Professional Experience
With over 26 years of extensive experience, Izzam has built a distinguished career providing end-to-end legal and corporate advisory services across public-listed companies, government-linked entities, private enterprises and multinational corporations.
His expertise spans corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, anti-corruption enforcement, high-value contract negotiations and corporate services. He has successfully managed complex cross-border transactions, navigated intricate regulatory environments and advised on high-stakes legal and governance matters.
His strategic counsel has consistently supported critical business decisions, strengthened governance frameworks and enhanced the Group’s ability to effectively manage legal, contractual and reputational risks in a dynamic and evolving business landscape.
Other Directorship(s) in Public Companies
none
Directorship(s) within Cahya Mata Group (via Cahya Mata Oiltools)
- Cahya Mata IP Sdn Bhd
- Cahya Mata Oiltools (Cayman) Limited
- Cahya Mata Oiltools (Africa) Limited
- PT Cahya Mata Oiltools (President Director)
- Wasco Oil Service Company Nigeria Ltd
- Cahya Mata Oiltools Oman LLC
- Cahya Mata Oiltools (Singapore) Pte Ltd
- KMC Oiltools India Private Limited
- Scomi Oiltools (RUS) LLC
Family Relationship with Other Director(s) and/or Major Shareholder(s) & Declaration
He does not have any conflict of interest or any family relationship with any other Director and/or major shareholder of the Company. He has not been convicted of any offence within the past five years nor has any public sanction or penalty been imposed on him by any relevant regulatory body during the financial year.
Mohd Farid Shah Bin Mohd Basir
Chief Human Resources Officer
Nationality: Malaysian
Age: 55
Gender: Male
Date Appointed to the Key Senior Management Position: 17 November 2025
Responsibilities and Scope
As the Chief Human Resources Officer, Farid is responsible for leading and transforming Cahya Mata Sarawak Berhad’s people ecosystem through the design and execution of an integrated, Group-wide human capital strategy, governance framework and operating model. He drives the development of a future-ready workforce by strengthening organisational capability, building robust leadership pipelines, enhancing workforce productivity and cultivating a cohesive, high-performance culture across all Strategic Business Units.
His role encompasses shaping talent strategies that attract, develop and retain high-calibre talent, embedding performance-driven mindsets and advancing succession planning to ensure leadership continuity. He also champions the adoption of progressive HR practices, digital HR solutions and data-driven decision-making to enhance employee experience and organisational effectiveness.
As a strategic advisor to the Group Managing Director and the Board of Directors, Farid plays a pivotal role in aligning people, culture and organisational priorities with the Group’s transformation agenda. He ensures that human capital initiatives are tightly integrated with business strategy, thereby strengthening organisational resilience, driving sustainable growth, and positioning the Group to thrive in an increasingly dynamic and competitive landscape.
Key Achievements
Farid has strengthened the Group’s human capital function through a series of strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing HR effectiveness and organisational capability.
He conducted a Group-wide HR Effectiveness Assessment involving the C-Suite and Management to establish a clear performance baseline and refine HR strategic priorities. Building on this, he introduced an HR Maturity Model and led a Global HR Technical Competency Assessment benchmarked against international standards to identify capability gaps and align transformation goals.
He developed a future-ready HR Vision, Purpose and Mission aligned with the Group’s transformation agenda, alongside implementing a refreshed HR Operating Model comprising Centres of Excellence (COEs), HR Business Partners (HRBPs) and Centres of Scale (COSs) to enable more agile and efficient service delivery.
Farid also modernised talent acquisition and workforce planning by integrating workforce planning with business forecasting, digitalising recruitment processes and enhancing sourcing capabilities through platforms such as LinkedIn Talent Solutions.
In addition, he spearheaded the launch of ‘SPARK’ (Students’ Pathway & Readiness Kick-Start), a flagship early careers programme designed to attract, develop and build a sustainable pipeline of future talent for the Group.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) in Human Resource Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA
- Professional Diploma in Training & Development, Universiti Malaya
Executive Education
- Building on Talent, IMD Business School, Lausanne, Switzerland
- Oxford Executive Leadership Programme, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
- Digital Disruption, Cambridge Judge Business School, United Kingdom
- INSEAD Future-Ready Summit, INSEAD Business School, Singapore
- Agile HR, Bologna Business School, Italy
Global Certifications:
- Global HR Professional, HRCI
- HR Management Professional, HRCI
- Senior Certified Professional, SHRM
- Global Remuneration Professional, World at Work
- Fellow, Chartered Management Institute (CMI), United Kingdom
- Chartered Member, Chartered Institute of Islamic Finance Professionals
Professional Experience
Farid brings over 30 years of extensive human capital leadership experience across diverse sectors including telecommunications, banking, FMCG and insurance. His international exposure spans Switzerland, South Africa, the Philippines, Singapore and Malaysia.
He is an accomplished C-suite leader, having previously served as Chief Human Resources Officer at MBSB Group, Telekom Malaysia Berhad and Bank Rakyat Malaysia. Prior to these roles, he held various HR leadership positions at Nestlé across multiple international markets. His contributions to the human capital field have earned him numerous accolades, recognising his leadership, mentorship and commitment to talent development.
Other Directorship(s) in Public Companies
None
Family Relationship with Other Director(s) and/or Major Shareholder(s) & Declaration
He does not have any conflict of interest or any family relationship with any other Director and/or major shareholder of the Company. He has not been convicted of any offence within the past five years nor has any public sanction or penalty been imposed on him by any relevant regulatory body during the financial year.
Idzam Yuhaizi Bin Mohd Yunos
Chief Risk Officer
Nationality: Malaysian
Age: 53
Gender: Male
Date Appointed to the Key Senior Management Position: 1 July 2025
Responsibilities and Scope
As the Chief Risk Officer, Idzam provides strategic leadership in shaping and driving the Group’s enterprise-wide risk management agenda, ensuring a proactive, structured and forward-looking approach to identifying, assessing and mitigating risks across all business operations. He plays a critical role in embedding risk management as an integral component of the Group’s strategy, enabling the organisation to anticipate uncertainties, safeguard value and capitalise on emerging opportunities in an increasingly complex operating environment.
His responsibilities include the seamless integration of business and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risks into the Group’s strategic planning and operational frameworks, ensuring that sustainability considerations are embedded into core decision-making processes. Through this integrated approach, he strengthens organisational resilience, enhances long-term sustainability and reinforces stakeholder confidence.
Idzam oversees the Group’s overall risk governance framework, ensuring robust compliance with regulatory requirements, strengthening internal control systems and elevating risk management standards across all levels of the organisation. He actively promotes a strong risk-aware culture by driving accountability, enhancing risk ownership and fostering disciplined decision-making practices throughout the Group.
Through the establishment of comprehensive reporting, monitoring and oversight mechanisms, he provides timely and insightful risk intelligence to Management and the Board of Directors. His leadership ensures that risk considerations are effectively incorporated into strategic deliberations, positioning risk management to safeguard and as a key enabler of informed decision-making, operational excellence and sustainable value creation for the Group.
Key Achievements
Idzam has significantly strengthened the Group’s risk management, business continuity, insurance and QHSE capabilities through a series of strategic initiatives:
Group Risk Management
He developed a comprehensive Strategic Roadmap to transform risk management from a governance-centric function into a core business driver, embedding risk awareness across the organisation while enhancing risk identification, mitigation and strategic decision-making capabilities.
He successfully integrated Sustainability Risk Management into the Group Enterprise Risk Management Framework, elevating ESG considerations into core business strategy and reinforcing the Group’s resilience, long-term value creation and stakeholder confidence.
In addition, he introduced specialised risk management frameworks to address areas beyond traditional enterprise risk management, including strategic investments, credit risk and key revenue-generating activities, ensuring these exposures are managed using tailored and robust methodologies.
Business Continuity Management (BCM)
He led the establishment and strengthening of the Group’s Business Continuity Management framework, ensuring alignment with enterprise risk principles and regulatory expectations.
He standardised BCM governance across the Group by implementing consistent policies, frameworks and activation protocols, significantly enhancing organisational preparedness to respond to disruptions and crisis scenarios.
He further strengthened recovery readiness through oversight of Group-wide Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP), including the execution of testing exercises to validate the effectiveness of continuity plans.
Insurance Management
Idzam enhanced the Group’s insurance management practices by ensuring that insurance programmes are competitively structured, efficiently managed and aligned with overall risk management objectives, resulting in cost optimisation and improved coverage.
He also strengthened coordination with insurers and brokers to ensure timely claims processing and settlement, thereby safeguarding employee welfare and reinforcing confidence in the Group’s insurance framework.
Group Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE)
He was instrumental in developing the Group QHSE Strategic Plan, establishing a forward-looking roadmap that drives sustainable excellence, regulatory compliance and proactive risk management across all operations.
He spearheaded the establishment of the Group QHSE Manual, creating a standardised and robust framework to elevate QHSE practices and organisational discipline.
He also initiated the implementation of a centralised digital QHSE system featuring real-time dashboards and reporting capabilities, enhancing transparency, compliance tracking and operational standardisation across the Group.
In addition, he led the transformation of the Group’s QHSE assurance programme into a comprehensive and systematic framework, strengthening governance, compliance and risk management in QHSE practices.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Social Studies with Honours (specialising in Accounting and Finance), University of Manchester, United Kingdom
Professional Experience
Idzam brings over 28 years of extensive experience across multiple industries, including automotive and engineering, energy and utilities, development and commercial finance, oil and gas services and technology research and development.
Prior to joining Cahya Mata Sarawak Berhad, he served as Head of Risk Management and Integrity Department at UMW Corporation Sdn Bhd, and Head of Risk and Process Improvement Division at Malakoff Corporation Berhad, where he played key roles in strengthening enterprise risk management frameworks and governance practices.
Other Directorship(s) in Public Companies
None
Family Relationship with Other Director(s) and/or Major Shareholder(s) & Declaration
He does not have any conflict of interest or any family relationship with any other Director and/or major shareholder of the Company. He has not been convicted of any offence within the past five years nor has any public sanction or penalty been imposed on him by any relevant regulatory body during the financial year.
Choong Ju Tang
Head, Cement SBU
Nationality: Malaysian
Age: 52
Gender: Male
Date Appointed to the Key Senior Management Position: 1 April 2022
Responsibilities and Scope
As Head of the Cement Strategic Business Unit, Ju Tang provides strategic and operational leadership in driving the performance, growth and sustainability of the Group’s cement and concrete businesses. He is responsible for translating the Group’s strategic priorities into actionable plans, ensuring effective execution across all operations to deliver strong financial and operational outcomes.
His role encompasses overseeing the entire value chain of the Cement SBU, from production and supply chain management to commercial strategy and customer engagement. He drives operational excellence by optimising plant performance, improving cost efficiency and enhancing productivity, while ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality products that meet market demands.
Ju Tang also plays a key role in advancing sustainability within the SBU by championing environmentally responsible practices, including the development and adoption of greener cement and concrete solutions. In addition, he fosters strong customer relationships and market positioning strategies to enhance competitiveness and expand market share.
Through his leadership, he ensures that the Cement SBU operates with resilience, efficiency and innovation, contributing meaningfully to the Group’s long-term growth and value creation.
Key Achievements
Under Ju Tang’s leadership in FY2025, the Cement SBU achieved significant strategic and operational milestones that strengthened its capacity, efficiency and market position.
He successfully led the commencement of construction for Clinker Line 2 at the Mambong integrated plant, marked by the groundbreaking ceremony on 18 December 2025. Upon completion, this major expansion is expected to more than double the SBU’s annual clinker production capacity from 900,000 metric tonnes to 1.9 million metric tonnes, significantly enhancing the Group’s production capabilities and supporting future growth.
He also spearheaded cost optimisation initiatives across the SBU’s operations, improving operational efficiency and reducing production costs. At the same time, he drove the expansion of the concrete business’ market share, strengthening the SBU’s competitive positioning within the market.
Over the past three years, Ju Tang has consistently delivered improvements in operational performance and financial outcomes, underpinned by a strong focus on efficiency, sustainability and customer engagement. His leadership has been instrumental in advancing the adoption of greener cement and concrete solutions while fostering deeper customer loyalty through innovative and responsive engagement strategies.
Guided by a leadership ethos grounded in honesty, integrity and sincerity, he has cultivated a high-performance culture within the SBU enabling sustained growth and long-term value creation.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts in Marketing and Human Resource Management, University of Southern Queensland, Australia
Professional Experience
Ju Tang brings over 27 years of extensive experience in the cement and concrete industry, with a strong track record across commercial, operational and business development functions.
He has demonstrated deep expertise in driving operational excellence, implementing customer-centric innovations and advancing sustainable practices within the industry. His broad international exposure includes managing business operations and stakeholder relationships across diverse markets such as Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Japan and China.
This multicultural experience has equipped him with strong cross-cultural leadership capabilities, enabling effective collaboration and relationship management across a wide range of stakeholders and business environments.
Other Directorship(s) in Public Companies
None
Family Relationship with Other Director(s) and/or Major Shareholder(s) & Declaration
He does not have any conflict of interest or any family relationship with any other Director and/or major shareholder of the Company. He has not been convicted of any offence within the past five years nor has any public sanction or penalty been imposed on him by any relevant regulatory body during the financial year.
Md. Yusoff Mohamad Noor
Head, Oiltools SBU
Nationality: Malaysian
Age: 57
Gender: Male
Date Appointed to the Key Senior Management Position: 18 November 2024
Responsibilities and Scope
As Head of the Oiltools Strategic Business Unit, Yusoff provides strategic leadership over the Group’s oilfield services operations across eight countries, driving business growth, operational excellence and sustainable value creation within a highly competitive and technically demanding industry.
He is responsible for shaping and executing the SBU’s strategic direction, ensuring strong financial performance, operational efficiency and alignment with global industry standards. His role encompasses overseeing end-to-end operations across geographically diverse markets, optimising service delivery, enhancing asset utilisation and strengthening client relationships to support long-term business growth.
Yusoff also plays a critical role in embedding robust Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) practices across all operations, ensuring compliance with stringent industry and regulatory requirements while fostering a strong safety culture. In addition, he drives enterprise risk management across the Strategic Business Units, proactively identifying and mitigating operational, commercial and geopolitical risks associated with international operations.
A key aspect of his mandate includes developing high-performing, globally capable talent, strengthening leadership pipelines and building organisational capability to support the SBU’s expansion and transformation agenda. Through his leadership he ensures that the Oiltools business remains resilient, competitive and well-positioned to capitalise on opportunities within the evolving global energy landscape.
Key Achievements
Under Yusoff’s leadership, the Oiltools SBU has strengthened its operational integration and global positioning, delivering improvements across governance, performance and stakeholder engagement.
He has enhanced collaboration between regional operations and the Group’s corporate office, fostering a culture of trust, transparency and accountability that has strengthened organisational alignment and execution discipline across all markets.
He has also driven the optimisation of global operations through the streamlining of business processes and the implementation of structured operational frameworks, resulting in improved efficiency, consistency and service delivery across the SBU’s international footprint.
Yusoff has deepened client engagement and reinforced strategic relationships, enhancing customer confidence and positioning the SBU as a trusted partner in delivering high-quality oilfield services.
In addition, he has championed the integration of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles into core business operations, embedding sustainability considerations into operational practices while strengthening QHSE standards across all regional units.
Through these initiatives, he has elevated internal governance standards, enhanced operational resilience and strengthened the SBU’s market credibility and competitive positioning within the global energy services sector.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Manchester Polytechnic, United Kingdom
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute, USA
Professional Experience
Yusoff brings over 30 years of extensive leadership and technical experience across the oil and gas, telecommunications and defence industries, with a strong track record in managing complex, large-scale operations across international markets.
He has held senior leadership roles in both Malaysian and multinational organisations, leading mission-critical projects in regions including South Africa and Saudi Arabia and managing culturally diverse teams in highly challenging environments.
His experience spans drilling and completion services, offshore and onshore project execution, technical consultancy and international business development. This breadth of expertise, combined with his global perspective, enables him to effectively drive the Group’s expansion and transformation within the energy services sector.
Other Directorship(s) in Public Companies
None
Directorship(s) within the Cahya Mata Group (via Cahya Mata Oiltools)
- Cahya Mata Oiltools Sdn Bhd
- PT Cahya Mata Oiltools
- KMC Oiltools India Pvt. Ltd.
- Cahya Mata Oiltools Services Sdn Bhd
- Oiltools International Sdn Bhd
- Cahya Mata Oiltools Oman LLC
- Cahya Mata Oiltools (Cayman) Limited
- Cahya Mata Oiltools (Africa) Limited
- Scomi Oiltools (RUS) LLC
- Cahya Mata Oiltools (Bermuda) Limited
- Cahya Mata Oiltools (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
Family Relationship with Other Director(s) and/or Major Shareholder(s) & Declaration
He does not have any conflict of interest or any family relationship with any other Director and/or major shareholder of the Company. He has not been convicted of any offence within the past five years nor has any public sanction or penalty been imposed on him by any relevant regulatory body during the financial year.
Raymond Ugay Anak Benjamin
Head, Road Maintenance SBU
Nationality: Malaysian
Age: 40
Gender: Male
Date Appointed to the Key Senior Management Position: 18 October 2024
Responsibilities and Scope
As Head of the Road Maintenance Strategic Business Unit, Raymond provides strategic and operational leadership in ensuring the reliability, safety and long-term sustainability of the Group’s road infrastructure across Sarawak. He is responsible for overseeing the execution of comprehensive road maintenance programmes that support the State’s connectivity and economic development.
His role includes managing the State Roads Concession across key divisions, namely Kuching, Samarahan, Serian, Sarikei, Sibu and Kapit, ensuring that maintenance activities are carried out efficiently, proactively and in accordance with stringent quality and safety standards. He drives the adoption of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance asset longevity, optimise lifecycle costs and minimise disruptions to road users.
Raymond also plays a key role in advancing sustainable infrastructure practices by integrating environmentally responsible solutions into maintenance operations. In addition, he focuses on improving operational efficiency, strengthening contractor and stakeholder coordination and ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations.
Through his leadership, he ensures that the Road Maintenance SBU delivers high standards of service, operational resilience and continuous improvement, contributing to the Group’s role as a key infrastructure facilitator in Sarawak.
Key Achievements
Under Raymond’s leadership, the Road Maintenance SBU has made significant progress in enhancing operational efficiency, sustainability and innovation in road maintenance practices.
He has been instrumental in exploring and implementing innovative maintenance technologies, enabling more efficient and cost-effective approaches to road upkeep. In parallel, he has championed the adoption of environmentally friendly materials that improve road durability while reducing environmental impact and lifecycle costs.
His leadership has strengthened operational standards across the SBU, reinforcing a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. He has also contributed to enhancing governance practices and developing talent within the organisation, ensuring the SBU remains well-equipped to meet evolving infrastructure demands.
These efforts have collectively improved the quality, sustainability and reliability of road maintenance services, while reinforcing the Group’s commitment to delivering resilient and future-ready infrastructure.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
Professional Experience
Raymond brings over 16 years of experience across corporate, property development and operational roles within the electronics manufacturing and construction materials industries.
He has developed strong expertise in project management, operational optimisation and business growth strategies, with a proven ability to drive efficiency improvements and deliver high-impact outcomes. His cross-industry experience provides him with a well-rounded perspective, enabling him to introduce innovative approaches to infrastructure maintenance and sustainability practices.
Other Directorship(s) in Public Companies
None
Directorship(s) within Cahya Mata Group
- Cahya Mata Education Sdn Bhd
- Cahya Mata Sabah Sdn Bhd
- CMS Roads Sdn Bhd (Managing Director)
Directorship(s) in Joint Venture/Associate Company
- SEDC Premix (Betong) Sdn Bhd
Family Relationship with Other Director(s) and/or Major Shareholder(s) & Declaration
He does not have any conflict of interest or any family relationship with any other Director and/or major shareholder of the Company. He has not been convicted of any offence within the past five years nor has any public sanction or penalty been imposed on him by any relevant regulatory body during the financial year.
Shaun Mok Chek Wei
Head, Property Development SBU
Nationality: Malaysian
Age: 43
Gender: Male
Date Appointed to the Key Senior Management Position: 1 May 2020
Responsibilities and Scope
As Head of the Property Development Strategic Business Unit, Shaun is responsible for driving long-term value creation through the strategic planning, development and execution of the Group’s property portfolio. He leads the end-to-end lifecycle of property developments, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on schedule and in line with the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
His role encompasses shaping and executing development strategies that align with market demand and the Group’s growth objectives, while optimising asset value and enhancing returns. He oversees project delivery excellence, ensuring that construction quality, customer satisfaction and operational performance are consistently achieved.
In addition, Shaun plays a key role in strengthening the Group’s development pipeline by identifying and securing strategic landbank opportunities that support sustainable, long-term growth. He actively fosters strong relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, partners, investors and industry players to enhance collaboration and unlock new opportunities.
Through his leadership, he champions sustainable and responsible development practices, ensuring that environmental and community considerations are integrated into project planning and execution, thereby reinforcing the Group’s commitment to sustainable urban development and long-term stakeholder value.
Key Achievements
Under Shaun’s leadership, the Property Development SBU delivered strong operational and commercial performance in FY2025, marked by several key milestones.
He successfully led the SBU in securing a RM550 million contract for the design and construction of the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching Extension ("BCCK 2") on 30 April 2025, reinforcing the Group’s capabilities in delivering large-scale, high-impact infrastructure projects.
He also drove strong sales performance across key developments, achieving 81% take-up for Cahya Intan Phase 2 Residential Development in Kuching, while fully selling all units at the Samalaju Light Industrial development in Bintulu, reflecting strong market demand and effective project positioning.
In addition, he oversaw the successful execution of a long-term tenancy agreement for the Samalaju Hotel, strengthening the asset’s revenue stability and ensuring its long-term business sustainability.
These achievements underscore Shaun’s ability to deliver commercially successful developments while strengthening the Group’s property portfolio and long-term earnings potential.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Engineering in Materials Engineering, University of New South Wales, Australia
- Master’s in Construction Management, University of New South Wales, Australia
Professional Experience
Shaun brings close to two decades of experience in the property development industry across Australia, Sri Lanka and Malaysia, with a strong track record in delivering diverse and complex developments.
His experience spans a wide range of project types, including healthcare facilities, high-rise residential developments, large-scale master-planned communities, heritage conservation projects and Grade A commercial office developments.
Throughout his career, he has held key leadership roles including Chief Operating Officer, consultant, strategic planner and Head of Development, with particular expertise in financial modelling, project structuring and development strategy. His multidisciplinary background enables him to effectively bridge technical, commercial and strategic considerations in delivering high-impact property developments.
Other Directorship(s) in Public Companies
None
Directorship(s) within Cahya Mata Group
- Cahya Mata Development Sdn Bhd (Managing Director)
- Cahya Mata Education Sdn Bhd
- Cahya Mata Hotels Sdn Bhd
- Cahya Mata Professionals Sdn Bhd
- Cahya Mata Roads Sdn Bhd
- Cahya Mata Wires Sdn Bhd (Chairman)
- CMS Land Sdn Bhd
- CMS Property Management Sdn Bhd
- Isthmus Raintree Management Sdn Bhd
- Rivervale Condominium Management Sdn Bhd
- Samalaju Hotel Management Sdn Bhd
- Samalaju Properties Sdn Bhd
- Taibah Properties Sdn Bhd
Directorship(s) in Joint Venture/Associate Company
- Borneo Granite Sdn Bhd
- PPES Works (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd (Interim Managing Director)
- PPESW BPSB JV Sdn Bhd
- PPES Works CCCC JV Sdn Bhd
- SEDC Concrete Product Sdn Bhd
- SEDC Premix Sdn Bhd
- SEDC Premix (Miri) Sdn Bhd
- SEDC Quarries Sdn Bhd
- SEDC Resources Sdn Bhd
- HELP Ibraco CMS Sdn Bhd
- Isthmus Developments Sdn Bhd
Family Relationship with Other Director(s) and/or Major Shareholder(s) & Declaration
He does not have any conflict of interest or any family relationship with any other Director and/or major shareholder of the Company. He has not been convicted of any offence within the past five years nor has any public sanction or penalty been imposed on him by any relevant regulatory body during the financial year.
Derek Chee Huong Xing
Head, Construction Materials and Trading SBU
Nationality: Malaysian
Age: 38
Gender: Male
Date Appointed to the Key Senior Management Position: 1 March 2020
Responsibilities and Scope
As Head of the Construction Materials and Trading Strategic Business Unit and Managing Director of SEDC Resources Sdn. Bhd., Derek provides strategic leadership across a diversified portfolio encompassing aggregate quarries, asphaltic premix, steel wire manufacturing and domestic as well as international trading operations.
He is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end value chain of construction materials production and trading, ensuring consistent product quality, operational efficiency and supply chain reliability across all markets. His role includes driving integrated business strategies that align production, logistics and trading activities to meet evolving market demands while optimising cost structures and enhancing competitiveness.
Derek also plays a key role in expanding the Group’s international trading footprint, strengthening cross-border supply chains and fostering strategic partnerships to support business growth. In parallel, he champions the integration of sustainable practices across all operations, ensuring that resource management, production processes and trading activities are conducted responsibly and in alignment with environmental and regulatory standards.
Through his leadership, he ensures that the SBU delivers high-performance outcomes while balancing operational excellence, commercial growth and sustainable value creation.
Key Achievements
Since 2021, Derek has driven a series of strategic initiatives to embed sustainability and operational excellence across the Construction Materials and Trading SBU.
He has successfully integrated environmental responsibility into quarrying, asphaltic premix production and international trading operations by introducing measures aimed at reducing environmental impact, improving resource efficiency and enhancing operational sustainability.
Under his leadership, the SBU has strengthened its cross-border supply chain capabilities, enabling more efficient and reliable international trading operations while expanding market reach. At the same time, he has championed initiatives that promote community well-being and responsible resource management, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to sustainable development.
By 2025, these efforts have culminated in a well-balanced and resilient portfolio that integrates resource extraction, international trade expansion, and environmental stewardship. The SBU continues to deliver high-quality construction materials while advancing sustainability objectives and strengthening its competitive positioning in the market.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical), Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom
Professional Experience
Derek brings over 14 years of experience in the construction materials, quarrying and international trading industry, with a strong track record in managing complex, large-scale operations.
His expertise spans operational management, cross-border trading, supply chain coordination and the development of sustainable production practices. He has demonstrated the ability to drive operational efficiencies, enhance product quality and implement innovative solutions that support both commercial performance and environmental responsibility.
Through his leadership, he has strengthened the SBU’s operational capabilities while embedding best practices in sustainable resource management and international trade.
Other Directorship(s) in Public Companies
None
Directorship(s) within Cahya Mata Group
- Cahya Mata Alam Sdn Bhd (Chairman)
- Cahya Mata Sabah Sdn Bhd (Director)
- Cahya Mata Trading International Pte Ltd (Director)
- CMS Infra Trading Sdn Bhd (Chairman)
- Thermasite Technology Sdn Bhd (Chairman)
Directorship(s) in Joint Venture/Associate Company
- SEDC Resources Sdn Bhd (Managing Director)
Family Relationship with Other Director(s) and/or Major Shareholder(s) & Declaration
He does not have any conflict of interest or any family relationship with any other Director and/or major shareholder of the Company. He has not been convicted of any offence within the past five years nor has any public sanction or penalty been imposed on him by any relevant regulatory body during the financial year.
Ishwinderjit Singh Mohon Singh
Head, Construction Materials and Trading SBU
Nationality: Malaysian
Age: 42
Gender: Male
Date Appointed to the Key Senior Management Position: 1 December 2021
Responsibilities and Scope
As Interim Chief Operating Officer of the Phosphates Strategic Business Unit, Ishwinderjit provides strategic and operational leadership for Cahya Mata Phosphates Industries Sdn Bhd, ensuring alignment with the Group’s overall strategic priorities and long-term sustainability objectives.
He is responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of plant operations, including asset preservation, commissioning activities and the safe and reliable start-up of production facilities. His role is critical in driving operational excellence, ensuring that complex industrial processes are executed with high standards of safety, efficiency and reliability.
In addition, he leads and coordinates key corporate and financial functions within the SBU, including corporate reporting, cash flow management, budgeting and enterprise risk management. Through this integrated oversight, he ensures financial discipline, operational resilience and informed decision-making across the organisation.
Ishwinderjit also ensures strict compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate governance standards, and health, safety and environmental (HSE) policies, reinforcing a culture of accountability, risk awareness and operational integrity. Through his leadership, he strengthens the SBU’s ability to operate safely, efficiently and sustainably within a complex industrial environment.
Key Achievements
Ishwinderjit has played a pivotal role in stabilising and advancing the Phosphates SBU’s operations, particularly through his leadership in critical recovery and recommissioning efforts.
He spearheaded the successful restoration of electricity to the plant following a two-year interruption, a major milestone that enabled the transition from preservation to operational readiness. Building on this, he provided strategic oversight of the plant preservation and structured start-up programme, culminating in the successful start-up of the first furnace on 10 December 2025 after an extended period of inactivity.
Through disciplined project management, technical coordination and rigorous risk assessment, he ensured the integrity of critical assets and the safe recommissioning of complex industrial systems. His ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and technical functions was instrumental in delivering this high-impact outcome.
In parallel, he strengthened the SBU’s financial and governance frameworks by enhancing corporate reporting structures, reinforcing cash flow management and driving disciplined budgeting practices. Leveraging his expertise in forensic accounting and corporate risk management, he improved transparency, strengthened governance and enhanced enterprise risk resilience across the organisation.
These achievements have not only restored operational capability but also laid a strong foundation for sustained performance, efficiency and long-term value creation within the Phosphates business.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Fellow Chartered and Certified Accountant (FCCA)
- Member, Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA)
Professional Experience
Ishwinderjit brings over 18 years of experience in financial management, corporate risk management and forensic accounting with a strong track record in driving strategic initiatives and strengthening organisational governance.
He has held key leadership roles across finance and risk functions, where he led initiatives to enhance reporting frameworks, improve operational efficiency and strengthen financial performance. His multidisciplinary expertise enables him to bridge financial, operational, and risk considerations, providing a holistic approach to leadership in complex industrial environments.
Other Directorship(s) in Public Companies
None
Family Relationship with Other Director(s) and/or Major Shareholder(s) & Declaration
He does not have any conflict of interest or any family relationship with any other Director and/or major shareholder of the Company. He has not been convicted of any offence within the past five years nor has any public sanction or penalty been imposed on him by any relevant regulatory body during the financial year.
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