The selected candidate will carry out weather observation and reporting at meteorological stations to support meteorological operations, in fulfilment of international requirements stipulated by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Meteorological Assistant (Observing Stations)
National Environment Agency
Permanent
Closing on 28 Jun 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
The job roles and proficiencies include, but are not limited to, the following:
Meteorological Observations
- Monitor continuously the weather situation
- Observe and record meteorological phenomena and parameters
- Ensure quality of the performance of systems and of meteorological information
- Communicate meteorological information to internal and external users
- Conduct upper-air sounding operations to collect atmospheric data
- Assist and support various aspects of work at a meteorological station (e.g., archiving data, QC of meteorological data, compiling meteorological statistics, collating/preparing operational and aviation meteorological information, facilitating/coordinating with external vendors/agencies, etc.)
General Meteorology, Systems, and Data
- Apply basic understanding of meteorology and key principles behind local weather, climate, and environmental hazards
- Employ basic understanding of weather parameters and associated measuring instruments and meteorological code formats
- Employ basic understanding and follows standard meteorological data collection and processing procedures
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.
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