The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is the government agency tasked to develop Singapore as the premier Global Hub Port and leading international maritime centre. The Maritime Human Capital (MHC) Department is part of Innovation, Technology & Talent Development Division that focuses on catalysing the transformation of the maritime industry, through the development of a vibrant innovation ecosystem with strong technological capabilities, building new or growing enterprise capabilities that is supported by an agile and competent workforce equipped with a global mind-set.

The MHC department works on the development of industry manpower and human capital for Singapore’s maritime industry. It monitors and analyses trends in the maritime industry and workforce, and formulates targeted strategies to facilitate industry transformation, using a data-driven and high-touch engagement approach. Through these targeted strategies, the MHC team aims to attract and retain talent as well as nurture the workforce to be ready for emerging jobs as we continue to push for digitalisation, innovation and decarbonisation in maritime.

[What you will be working on]

Reporting to Deputy Director (MHC), you will work closely with local institutes of higher learning and training service providers in Singapore to develop a diverse and quality education and training landscape. As part of this work, you will also be required to engage with industry stakeholders such as international shipping companies and industry associations, as well as collaborate with relevant government organisations on manpower programmes.

Your major roles and responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Keep abreast of trends and developments in maritime education and training, both in Singapore and overseas. Provide timely updates and analysis on such developments to Division and Department Heads.

• Lead in the formulation, implementation and/or review of initiatives and projects which are impactful on the development of maritime manpower in Singapore.

• Work with local institutes of high learning  (ITE, polytechnics and universities) to steer the development of education and curriculum to benefit the maritime industry.

• Promote and encourage adoption of manpower programmes to the wider industry, so as to enable the growth of new / existing maritime businesses in Singapore. 

• Cultivate and grow the pipeline of human-interest stories to attract talent into maritime industry.

[What we are looking for]

• Minimum 2 years of working experience in managing manpower-related programmes is an advantage.

• Possess excellent communication skills (including written and presentation skills) and problem-solving skills

• Able to structure issues, ideas and solutions clearly and concisely

• Resourceful, analytical and meticulous

• Possess good time management skills

• Able to take initiative and work independently, as well as in a team.

"The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests. MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative. MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development."