The Environmental Monitoring & Modelling Division (EMMD) implements a comprehensive air and water quality monitoring programme to ensure effective monitoring of the air and water quality. In EMMD, you will be part of the Environmental Quality Monitoring Department (EQMD) which will be using the air and water quality data collected to identify anomalies, assess long-term trends, and inform policies for the improvement of air and water quality. We are seeking suitable candidate(s) who is keen to oversee and manage the air and water quality monitoring programmes in EQMD.
Senior/Dy Principal Scientific Officer (Env Quality Monitoring Dept) - Contract
National Environment Agency
Fixed Terms
Closing on 09 Aug 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
You will be responsible for the following:
Lead a team responsible for carrying out monitoring of ambient air and water quality during pollution and chemical incidents as part of the Clean Environment Group’s Chemical Incident Response Unit
Set-up and commission the mobile laboratory response vehicle, including the onboard air / water sampling equipment, chemical detectors and scientific analytical equipment.
Develop and review of sampling and testing protocols (including QA/QC regime), operations SOPs and guidelines, risk assessment frameworks
Manage a team to carry out preparative and pre-sampling as well as conduct onsite sampling and measurements of pollutants using specialised analytical field equipment, covering air pollutants, volatile organic compounds, toxic industrial chemicals, and various water quality parameters in accordance with established protocols
Oversee the planning, preparation, procurement and maintenance of various chemical detectors and scientific analytical equipment, and carry out necessary troubleshooting of the analytical equipment while onsite
Carry out air and water-related investigative studies to address industrial pollution issues
Lead the review of equipment and technologies available to enhance existing air and water monitoring capabilities
Oversee the review of international and country specific guidelines, standards and criteria related to ambient air, coastal and inland water quality and carry out benchmarking studies
What we are looking for
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other fields related to air/water quality monitoring and assessment
Preferably 5 - 8 years of experience in air/water quality sampling and analysis, or environmental-related industries
Good knowledge in air and /water quality laboratory analysis work and experience in conducting onsite sampling is preferred
Have experience in leading a team
Mature, driven, self-motivated, resourceful and demonstrate critical/analytical thinking skills
Good command of spoken and written English
Good communication and presentation skills
Willing to work on a rotational shift basis
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