By Normimie Diun
KOTA KINABALU: AuMAS Resources Berhad has announced the appointment of Chong Tzu Khen as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 1 May 2026.
Chong is no stranger to the company, having previously served as Executive Director on 26 May 2023 and later as CEO on 31 May 2023, before stepping down from both positions on 31 July 2025.
During his earlier tenure with AuMAS, he played a key role in the group’s financial management and operations, also serving as Finance Manager and director of Wullersdorf Resources Sdn. Bhd., a wholly owned subsidiary of the company.
Under his leadership at Wullersdorf Resources Sdn. Bhd. (WRSB), Chong successfully orchestrated a financial turnaround. When he took over the management, the company recorded a loss of RM14.0 million in June 2023. Through his strategic planning and leadership in building a cohesive and committed team, he turned the company around to record a profit of RM1.0 million for the financial year ended 30 September 2023.
He continued to lead the company’s strong performance over the following two financial years, achieving profits after taxation of RM32.0 million and RM33.0 million for the financial years ended 30 September 2024 and 30 September 2025 respectively.
Under his management, AuMAS also declared and distributed dividends three times, totaling 4 sen per share to its shareholders, a milestone that had not been achieved prior to his leadership.
In terms of qualifications, Chong has a strong academic background in finance and aquaculture, holding a Master’s degree in Financial Planning from the University of the Sunshine Coast, as well as certificates in Sustainable Aquaculture from the University of St. Andrews.
He is also a Fellow of the Malaysian Association of Company Secretaries (MACS), reflecting his expertise in corporate governance and compliance.
Tracing his early career, Chong began as an Audit Assistant at P.L. Yap & Co. before joining Jetniyo Sdn. Bhd. as an Accounts Executive. In 1985, he established his own firm, T.K. Chong Commercial Services in Sandakan, providing accounting services to local companies.
He later joined Cepatwawasan Sdn. Bhd. in 1995 as Company Secretary and group accountant, before being promoted to Personal Assistant to the Managing Director from 2001 to 2004.
His reappointment as CEO is seen as a move to strengthen AuMAS’ strategic direction, particularly in advancing the company’s growth agenda and operational consolidation.
Chong said he remains committed to building a stronger, high-performing team to ensure sustainable business growth.
“My main focus is to empower every team member so they have clear direction, sound decision-making capabilities, and a shared drive for excellence.
“We will operate as one cohesive team that is supportive, principled, and ready to face industry challenges. With combined experience and commitment, I am confident we can take the company to greater heights,” he said when contacted by the media.
He also emphasised that strong teamwork and unwavering commitment remain the foundation of organisational success.
