Mavcom executive chairman Saripuddin Kasim said though only a handful of errant companies were involved, the memorandum of understanding (MoU) would ensure better oversight and compliance with aviation regulations.

He said after the Covid-19 pandemic, Mavcom found that some industry players had failed to contribute to Perkeso.

“Some of them (airlines companies) are having problems, but we want to know how they are planning to solve them,” he told reporters after the signing of the MoU at Wisma Perkeso here.

He also encouraged employees in the aviation industry to report salary delays or unpaid Perkeso and EPF contributions through Mavcom’s whistleblower platform.

Perkeso CEO Azman Aziz Mohammed said the partnership would allow both agencies to cross-check data and ensure timely action.

“We are focusing on early intervention. Employers must start contributing from day one,” he said.

Azman said the MoU was also aimed at enhancing employability, helping with job matching, and increasing job opportunities tailored to the needs of the aviation industry.

He said there was currently an oversupply of ground crew and cabin crew, but a shortage of aviation engineers and pilots.

“We will offer job placements in the aviation sector,” he said.