National Environment Agency

Executive Engineer / Senior Engineer (Inspectorate Department)

Fixed Terms

Closing on 24 Oct 2025

What the role is

NEA’s Pollution Control 1 Division (PCD1) administers the Environmental Protection and Management Act (EPMA) and its Regulations to manage and control air, water and noise pollution, hazardous substances, and toxic industrial waste at industrial and trade premises.

A key role of the Inspectorate Department (ID) within PCD1 is to regulate and control pollution from the industrial and trade premises across Singapore. We are seeking suitable candidate(s) who can demonstrate strong leadership abilities, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, coupled with robust technical knowledge in pollution control, to oversee the operations in our division.

What you will be working on

You will be assigned to a catchment consisting of various types of industries (e.g., steel mill, shipyard, waste recycling, etc.) and will implement programmes to control pollution in your catchment.

You will be responsible for the following:

Supervise a team to conduct inspections on industries, attend to feedback and complaints, perform investigations, and carry out enforcement actions with regards to air, water and noise pollution
Supervise a team to assess industrial plant operations and verify that pollution control requirements are fulfilled to prepare Written Permissions for industries
Attend to complex feedback, queries, appeals and investigations on pollution matters
Provide technical assessments and evaluate environmental requirements for new industrial plants
Collaborate with other departments within NEA, other agencies, as well as industries stakeholders to review and implement new pollution control measures and frameworks
Review work processes and practices to enhance effectiveness and productivity
Put up reports and make presentations to Senior Management on environmental pollution related matters
Work closely with other agencies to manage pollution and nuisance impact from industries

Contribute to and support other NEA projects (e.g. management of workplace safety, representation on various teams/committees, etc.)

What we are looking for

Degree in Chemical / Environmental / Mechanical Engineering
Self-motivated, independent, resourceful, and able to foster teamwork
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Meticulous with an eye for detail
Organised, able to multi-task and prioritise tasks effectively
Mature, independent, and resourceful
Good writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
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 your application process

This job is closing on 24 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 National Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.

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

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