The selected candidate will perform timely and accurate collection, preparation, and dissemination of weather observations at meteorological stations, in fulfilment of international requirements stipulated by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) and International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), to support weather analysis, surveillance, and forecasting activities.
Meteorological Assistant (Observing Stations)
National Environment Agency
Permanent
Closing on 17 Sep 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
The job scope will include but not limited to the following:
- Monitoring the performance of various data processing and collection systems and equipment to ensure timely availability of data in support of weather monitoring and forecasting activities
- Collating and preparing operational aviation meteorological information
- Consolidating and analysing statistics in support of the departments’ decision making process
- Assist in coordinating with external vendors/agencies during equipment or system outage and perform first line trouble-shooting for prompt restoration of system.
- Performing archiving of data on specialised meteorological systems and where necessary, retrieve these data in support of special investigations and enquiries
What we are looking for
The job might be for you if you possess the following:
- NITEC or GCE ‘O’ level with pass in English/Maths/Science
- 1-2 years of working experience in shift work
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Words, Powerpoint, Excel)
- Communicate clearly and in a friendly manner, and enjoy working with others
- Pay attention to the finer details
- Organised and able to multi-task
- Mature, independent, and resourceful
- Self-driven and always ready to strive for improvement
- Able to perform rotating shift work
- Able to work night shift and on weekends
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.
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 17 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 National Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.