The Radiation Protection and Nuclear Science Group (RPNSG) in National Environment Agency serves as Singapore’s national authority for radiation protection, safeguarding the public, radiation workers and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation. As a Scientific Officer of the Non-Ionising Radiation Control Department in RPNSG, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with radiation protection standards and enhancing public safety across Singapore.
National Environment Agency
Executive/ Scientific Officer (Non-Ionising Radiation Control Department)
Permanent
Closing on 05 Nov 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
The job scope will include but not limited to the following:
Regulatory Enforcement and Development:
- Enforce the Radiation Protection Act and its Regulations, ensuring that all radiation users comply with regulatory requirements
- Conduct comprehensive inspections and enforcement activities for non-ionising irradiating apparatus
- Monitor compliance and take appropriate regulatory action when necessary
- Review and enhance regulatory regime to ensure it remains current and effective
- Contribute to regulatory development and improvements
- Stay abreast of international best practices and emerging technologies
Public Education and Awareness:
- Develop and implement programmes to enhance awareness of regulatory requirements for controlled non-ionising irradiating apparatus
- Engage with industry stakeholders and public on radiation safety matters
- Provide technical guidance and support to radiation users
What we are looking for
The job might be for you if you possess the following:
- Degree in Science (Physics) or equivalent
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Good analytical, writing and presentation skills
- Able to work in a team and independently with minimal supervision
- Able to work efficiently and meet tight deadlines
- Able to adapt to changes and has a positive work attitude
- Highly motivated, meticulous, committed and takes initiative
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 05 Nov 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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