The Sustainability Division develops strategies and initiatives to drive resource conservation, energy efficiency and environmental sustainability across the public, private and people sectors. It also develops and implements programmes, coordinates and administers incentive schemes, as well as builds capability to support this drive. The Sustainability Division comes under the Resource & Sustainability Group, which promotes environmental sustainability and drives the workstreams on climate resilience and resource resilience.
National Environment Agency
Engineer/Senior/Dy Principal Engineer (Department of Sustainability Programmes)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 24 Oct 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
You will be responsible for developing and implementing programmes, as well as building capability and partnerships across the industry on waste-to-resource management and energy efficiency issues. Your duties will include the following.
Prepare communication plan and engage stakeholders to promote adoption of energy efficient and waste reduction/recycling technologies and solutions
Plan, develop, implement and manage projects related to resource conservation, waste management and energy efficiency.
Engage and build partnerships with and among industry stakeholders and other agencies to drive sustainable waste-to-resource management and improvements in energy efficiency.
Administer capability building, partnership and recognition programmes.
Work with stakeholders, including agencies and external organisations, to develop training resources and facilitate sharing of best practices to support companies in their waste management and/or energy efficiency efforts.
Review existing programmes/schemes on sustainable waste-to-resource management and energy efficiency and recommend enhancements/refinements or develop new programmes.
Administer incentive schemes and evaluate grant applications to facilitate adoption of energy efficient and waste management technologies and solutions
Review effectiveness of grant schemes in achieving their intended outcomes and efficiency of the grants management process
Support national efforts towards becoming a Zero Waste Nation and mitigating climate change through energy efficiency and decarbonisation.
What we are looking for
Degree in Environmental/Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering with at least 2 years of work experience in the sustainability field. Applicants with degree in other engineering fields with work experience in a related field may also be considered.
Preferably with at least 2-5 years of relevant experience in the administration, evaluation and development of sustainability programmes, grants and/or incentive schemes in energy efficiency and waste management technologies and solutions.
Possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Resourceful, self-driven and able to work independently.
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills
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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