Senior Manager / Assistant Director

Singapore Polytechnic

Fixed Terms

Closing on 26 Sep 2025

What the role is

Most Positive Workplace Collaboration Award – Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (SICC) Awards 2025

Ranked #19 for The Straits Times Singapore’s Best Employers 2024 & 2025

The Centre of Excellence in Maritime Safety (CEMS) is a national R&D centre, a collaborative effort between Singapore Polytechnic and the Singapore Maritime Institute. We focus on developing innovative digital solutions and training systems to enhance maritime safety. Our state-of-the-art research facilities, including South-east Asia's first navigation research simulator, setting us as an innovation champion in the maritime industry.

As a Senior Manager/Assistant Director at CEMS, you will be a key leader supporting the Centre Director in strategic planning, resource management, and stakeholder engagement. Your role will involve leading diverse teams, managing complex projects, and fostering innovation in maritime safety.

What you will be working on

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and energize operational and research teams in maritime safety innovation.
Develop strategic plans aligned with CEMS’s objectives, including resource and funding acquisition.
Build and maintain relationships with key industry partners, funding bodies, and other organizations supporting CEMS’s goals.
Manage budgets and resources to optimize project outcomes.
Advocate for and implement cutting-edge technology in research and training programs.
Ensure high-quality project deliverables within set timelines and budgets.
Represent CEMS in national and international forums to enhance its reputation and network.

What we are looking for

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree, preferably in science and engineering, or the maritime domain.
Minimum 8 years of experience, with proven leadership in research or technical environments.
Results-oriented, with strong project management, strategic planning, and organizational skills.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities.

Successful applicant will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

About Singapore Polytechnic

As Singapore’s first polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic (SP) prides ourselves in providing the best learning experience for our students in pre-employment and continuing adult education. The mission of SP is to prepare our learners to be life ready, work ready and world ready. Our vision is to be a caring community of inspired learners committed to serving with mastery.

About your application process

This job is closing on 26 Sep 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 Singapore Polytechnic or the wider Public Service.