You will be part of the dynamic team dealing with marine incidents, conducting search and rescue and enforcing the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act 1996 and its accompanying Regulations within the Port of Singapore and Singapore Waters.
Port Inspector (2-years contract)
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
Fixed Terms
Closing on 30 Oct 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
As a Port Inspector, you will carry out enforcement duties at sea independently. You will be rostered for shift duties and deployed to different sectors in the port to ensure that vessels and craft comply with international as well as local rules and regulations, thereby safeguarding life, property and the marine environment. You will also be required to respond to any emergencies as required.
You will be given specialised training in enforcement and drone operations as part of your development. The trainings will equip you with the essential skillsets needed to carry out your duties effectively.
What we are looking for
Candidates with a keen interest to make a difference to protect and sustain the Singapore maritime ecosystem through enforcement work, application of maritime technology and acquiring a basic understanding of port operations, shipping/marine industry are welcome to apply. Fresh graduates from maritime, engineering, or technical disciplines will also be considered.
We are committed to provide comprehensive training for the right candidates who demonstrate the right mindset, keen interest to learn new technologies and adapt to new challenges.
The ideal candidates should be comfortable communicating with others, think analytically and willing to perform work duties on a rotating shift basis.
About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
"The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests.
MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative.
MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development."
About your application process
This job is closing on 30 Oct 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 Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore or the wider Public Service.