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National Environment Agency

Assistant Engineering Executive (Tuas South Incineration Plant)

National Environment Agency

Fixed Terms

Closing on 25 Sep 2025

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 Assistant Engineering Executive 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:

  • To ensure safe, smooth and efficient operation of boiler-incinerators and turbogenerators.

  • To carry out routine checklist, testing and changeover of the plant equipment.

  • To propose job cards and carry out the necessary isolation and normalization of the boiler & auxiliary system.

  • To trouble-shoot minor faults and carry out frontline maintenance in the plant’s equipment and processes.

  • To assist in the coordination of boiler or turbine overhauls.

  • To guide the plant operators in the operation of refuse handling, ash handling and scrap recovery equipment.

  • To perform shift duties.

What we are looking for

  • Nitec certification in engineering.

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

  • Candidates with Boiler Attendant certification will be an added advantage.  

  • Outgoing and pleasant personality; mature, independent, and highly motivated

  • Analytical with good communication and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to interact and foster teamwork

  • Willingly to perform night duties and rotating shift work

  • 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.

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

About your application process

This job is closing on 25 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 National Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.