Meteorologist (Weather Services Division)

National Environment Agency

PermanentClosed

What the role is

We are looking for individuals with passion and interest in understanding and predicting the weather and climate. You will be working in a fast-paced environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time. You will provide advisories, early warnings of meteorological, environmental, and geophysical hazards to the general public and key customers such as the civil aviation sector. We are equipped with state-of-the-art computer weather prediction models and advanced weather monitoring tools such as Doppler weather radar, satellite reception systems and wind profiler radars to support forecasting operations.

In addition to operational forecasting shift duties, there are also opportunities to move to other aspects of the meteorological service value-chain, such as data analysis and the development and implementation of meteorological applications/ products, systems, and infrastructure (to support weather forecast operations and service delivery).
Professional training in meteorology will be provided if needed. You will also have opportunities to participate in international conferences and seminars; and may also pursue other areas such as climate and weather research where postgraduate scholarships in Atmospheric/Climate Science or related studies may be possible.

What you will be working on

The job scope will include but not limited to the following:

Operational forecasting (on shift work)
Analyse data from computer weather prediction models and meteorological observation systems such as Doppler weather radar, satellite systems and wind profilers.
Conduct research studies to advance our understanding and prediction capabilities in tropical weather and climate.
Analyse geospatial data from computer weather prediction models and meteorological observation systems
Perform satellite image processing, spatial and geo-statistical data analysis to gain better understanding of tropical weather.
Design and develop weather forecasting tools and applications for improving work processes.
Develop and enhance meteorological products to meet the evolving needs of stakeholders and customers such as the aviation industry.

What we are looking for

The job might be for you if you possess the following:

Honours degree in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering fields, Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Remote Sensing, Geoscience, or related fields
Good command of spoken and written English and excellent communication skills
Good knowledge in Information Technology, with working experience in scientific programming and development of applications
Experience in working with remote sensing data, as well as knowledge in statistical packages or machine learning/deep learning algorithms.
Able to perform shift work including on weekends and public holidays.

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