• Managing the regulatory submission regime for the protection of the public sewerage system
• Reviewing POWS applications of proposed activities in the vicinity of the public sewerage system, including Deep Tunnel Sewerage System (DTSS), to ensure that the public sewerage system is protected against damage. The review will cover the methodology of proposed activities, the construction impact assessment report, the instrumentation and monitoring plan of the activities, etc.
• Engaging professional consultancy services to acquire specialist technical support to assist with the review of critical POWS applications when required, e.g. for major activities which could have a critical impact on the public sewerage system. This will involve the calling of tenders/quotations and processing payment for the professional services acquired.
• Regular review of the regulatory submission framework, including the technical and regulatory requirements, and the applications submission and processing workflow.
• Making enhancements to the IT systems supporting the submission process when changes are needed. This will involve working with other departments who are in charge of manging the IT systems.
• Attending to public feedback or enquiries related to the sewer protection and POWS applications requirements
• Engaging the industry (eg. Architects, Professional Engineers, Contractors, Professional Bodies) to inform and seek feedback on PUB’s requirements

Executive/Engineer, POWS, WRN
PUB, The National Water Agency
Permanent/Contract
Closing on 23 Sep 2025
What you will be working on
What we are looking for
• A recognized Civil Engineering degree [specialisation in Geotechnical Engineering is preferred]
• Experience in underground structure design will be an advantage
• Possess systemic thinking and good analytical skill
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good writing skills
Successful applicants will be contacted within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting
About PUB, The National Water Agency
PUB is an organisation that is recognised internationally for good water management. PUB won the 2007 Stockholm Industry Water Award and was named Water Agency of the Year 2006 in the international Global Water Awards. In 2008, PUB was awarded the Singapore Quality Award for business excellence. NEWater, Singapore's high-quality reclaimed water, also clinched the 'Environmental Contribution of the Year' at the Global Water Awards 2008. At PUB, the national water agency, you will enjoy opportunities to build a clear future for the water industry.
About your application process
This job is closing on 23 Sep 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 PUB, The National Water Agency or the wider Public Service.