The Tuas South Incineration Plant (TSIP) is responsible for the incineration of waste and the heat generated from the incineration process is recovered to produce electricity. You will be part of a team in TSIP to support the incineration process by ensuring the smooth operation of the laboratory and that the water treatment plant produces high purity demineralised water for use by the boilers for the heat recovery process.
National Environment Agency
Senior/Executive Scientific Officer (Tuas South Incineration Plant)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 23 Dec 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
You will work as a scientific officer in Tuas South Incineration Plant to ensure the laboratory, treatment plants and its auxiliary equipment are operating smoothly, safely and efficiently. You will be responsible for the following:
Consolidate and analyse data for process quality control; manage laboratory records and submission of data to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulatory requirements
Ensure proper storage, transportation, handling, and disposal of samples collected, as well as calibration and regular maintenance is carried out on equipment as per standing operating procedure/ equipment manufacturer’s recommended practice
Conducts tests on process samples, emissions/ effluents to ensure test results meet acceptable range in accordance to established procedures
Develop and implement preventive equipment maintenance schedules taking into account needs on ad-hoc basis
Procurement of goods and services, tracks inventory, monitors and evaluates contractor’s work performance, and administer the contracts for the smooth operation of laboratory and water treatment plant
Assist in the formulation, preparation / revision of standard operating and safety procedures, laboratory testing and plant emergencies procedures
Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned
What we are looking for
Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry /Chemistry and Biological Chemistry
Preferably 6months to 1 year of working/internship experience in a laboratory, or operation of water treatment plant of a chemical process plant/ power plant
Pleasant personality; mature, independent and resourceful; highly self-motivated; patient and resilient; adaptable to diverse work scopes
Integrity and good interpersonal and presentation skills
Analytical with good writing, communication and problem solving skills
Ability to lead, interact and foster team 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 your application process
This job is closing on 23 Dec 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.
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