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National Environment Agency

Executive/Senior/Deputy Principal Engineer (Tuas South Incineration Plant)

National Environment Agency

Fixed TermsClosed

What the role is

The Waste infrastructure Operations and Management Division (WIOMD) oversees the operation and maintenance of all NEA waste management infrastructure. WIOMD also manages privately-operated waste-to-energy (WTE) plants under Public Private Partnership (PPP) schemes.

What you will be working on

You will work as an Operations engineer in Tuas South Incineration Plant to ensure the plant and its auxiliary equipment are operating smoothly, safely and efficiently. You will be responsible for the following:

  • Lead and manage a shift group of technical officers and contract operators on the safe and efficient operation of the plant as well as frontline maintenance of the incineration plant
  • Assist the Principal Engineer in the formulation, preparation and revision of standard operating and safety procedures, equipment testing/changeover programmes and plant emergencies
  • Optimise plant processes such as refuse incineration, power generation and scrap metal recovery
  • Administer contracts for the operation and maintenance of Plant equipment and services                               
  • Enforce permit-to-work system and safe work culture including supervising contractors’ work for quality and safety
  • Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What we are looking for

  • At least Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and/or equivalent field

  • Preferably with 3-5 years of relevant experience in process/power plant engineering. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

  • Candidates with professional certification e.g. Steam Engineer, Boiler Attendant or Licenced Electrical Worker (LEW) will be an added advantage.  

  • Outgoing and pleasant personality; mature, independent and resourceful; highly self-motivated; patient and resilient; adaptable to diverse work scopes

  • Integrity and good interpersonal and presentation skills

  • Analytical with good writing,  communication and problem solving skills

  • Good organisational and Leadership skills

  • Ability to lead, interact and foster team work; Willingly to perform night duties and rotating shift work

  • Ability to manage and administer contracts

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

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