KTMB warns of fake job offers on TikTok, denies appointing recruitment agent

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has firmly denied appointing any third party to manage its recruitment process following the rise of a fraudulent TikTok account, “kerjaya.ktmb”. The account falsely used the company’s name and logo to lure job seekers and attempt to gather personal data. KTMB has urged the public to stay cautious and not share any private information through unverified sources.

The rail operator emphasized that it has not created any dedicated social media platform for recruitment, contrary to the claims made by the suspicious account. KTMB is currently carrying out thorough investigations into the misuse of its name and logo, as well as the circulation of fake job offers. The company promised that it would not hesitate to pursue legal action against any individual or entity involved in fraud, impersonation, or any other unlawful activities.

Members of the public are advised to consult KTMB’s official website at www.ktmb.com.my and its official social media channels for accurate information regarding job openings, recruitment procedures, and official announcements. KTMB underscored its commitment to protecting the public from the misuse of its name, logo, and corporate identity, which could lead to misleading information and potential security risks for personal data.

The company appreciated the efforts of the account owner, Syed Al Hafiz, for bringing the scam to the attention of the public. However, the TikTok account remained active, with its most recent post published within the last 12 hours at the time of the investigation.