The Carbon Mitigation Division (CMD) administers the Energy Conservation Act and the Carbon Pricing Act to mitigate greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions from the industrial and household sectors. For this role, you will join NEA as a member of a team within the Industry Regulation 1 Department (IR1D) of the Carbon Mitigation Division, which administers the measurement, reporting and verification requirements under the Carbon Pricing Act. Your work will involve liaising closely with taxable facilities to ensure their compliance with regulatory requirements. You will also review and develop requirements, standards and guidelines related to measurement, reporting and verification (“MRV”) of GHG emissions for industrial facilities and production data for oil refineries and crackers. Your job will involve both desk-bound work and on-site inspections of industrial facilities.
Executive/Senior Engineer (Industry Regulation 1 Department) - Contract
National Environment Agency
Fixed Terms
Closing in 2 day(s)
What the role is
What you will be working on
You will be responsible for the following:
Lead field audits and conduct compliance checks to ensure that industrial facilities comply with regulatory requirements
Lead surveillance audits on accredited external auditors to ensure their compliance with regulatory requirements and verification guidelines
Analyse submissions by taxable facilities and accredited external auditors, highlight non-compliances, and enforce non-compliance cases
Review, develop and implement requirements and guidelines related to MRV of GHG emissions for taxable facilities and MRV of production data for oil refineries and crackers
Develop, implement and enhance the IT system used for MRV reporting by facilities and accredited external auditors
Design, commission and manage studies to develop new MRV requirements for emerging areas
What we are looking for
Degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering
2 years of working experience in industrial plant or GHG MRV/accounting
Knowledge of ISO 14064-3, GHG Protocol and relevant IPCC guidelines would be an advantage
Highly self-motivated, independent and resourceful
Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills
Good team player and strong interpersonal communication skills
Physically able to perform regular field work / site visits to industrial facilities
Knowledge of ISO 14064-3, GHG Protocol and relevant IPCC guidelines would be an advantage
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