Scientific Officer/Senior Scientific Officer (Operations Planning Branch)

National Environment Agency

Fixed Terms

Closing on 15 Oct 2025

What the role is

The Pollution Control 2 Division (PCD2) is responsible for the formulation and implementation of operational policies to support pollution control requirements. It also regulates the noise level at construction sites and ensures that vehicular emissions are within the permissible limits.

The Pollution Control Policy Department (PCPD) in the Pollution Control 2 Division (PCD2) is involved in the review and development of policies, regulations and standards relating to air, water, land, and noise pollution to safeguard the environmental quality of Singapore. You will work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure that pollution control measures put in place remain relevant and effective. You may also be exposed to enforcement operations to facilitate policy development.

What you will be working on

As part of the team, you will be responsible for the following:

Review and develop environmental policies, regulations, and standards/guidelines to manage air, water, land, and noise pollution in Singapore
Review of Environmental Site Assessment/remediation reports which includes interpreting environmental data and risk assessment
Review and develop environmental policies, regulations, and standards/guidelines for the safe use of recycled waste materials
Perform research and analysis on policies, regulations and standards/guidelines relating to environmental pollution (e.g. air, water, land, and noise pollution)
Engage relevant stakeholders (e.g. companies, industry associations and external agencies) in the development and review of environmental policies, regulations, and standards/guidelines
Keep abreast of developments in environmental pollution (e.g. air, water, land, noise) control in other countries

What we are looking for

Degree in Science (e.g. Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology)
At least 2 years of relevant working experience, preferably in environmental site assessment
Good analytical, writing and communication skills
Good team player and ability to see through assigned tasks independently
Meticulous with an eye for details
Skills in environmental modelling and simulation are preferred

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

Applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

About National Environment Agency

The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations. For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg

About your application process

This job is closing on 15 Oct 2025.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.