They are responsible for convening sessions of the Dewan Rakyat, organising debates, and examining the admissibility of petitions, bills, and amendments.

His term ends when the House is dissolved and a general election is called.

This nomination process must be conducted at least 14 days before the election of the Speaker.

If only one candidate meets these conditions, he is automatically elected Speaker; otherwise, voting by secret ballot is conducted, with the winner decided by a simple majority.

The Secretary (Malay:Setiausaha) of the House presides over the voting.