Licensing & Environmental Assessment Department (LEAD) under Development Control and Licensing Division (DCLD) manages the environmental and public health licensing function of NEA. The department also supports policy and licence fee reviews, licensing system developments and service delivery initiatives. You will be responsible for supporting the daily operations of the hazardous substances and waste management licensing regimes which include processing and assessing licence applications as well as managing enquires on licensing-related matters. You will also work with fellow colleagues within the same department as well as across other departments in administering the licensing regimes.
National Environment Agency
Engineering Executive (Licensing & Environmental Assessment Department)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 26 Feb 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
You will be responsible for the following:
Process and assess hazardous substances and waste management licence applications and other supporting documents
Assist and guide the applicants in their licence applications
Attend to and manage enquiries on licensing-related matters
Collate and update licensing records
Work closely with colleagues within the same department and across other departments in administering the licensing regimes
What we are looking for
The job might be for you if you possess the following qualities:
Diploma in Chemical Engineering or equivalent with knowledge of environmental legislation
Excellent customer service skills with experience managing difficult customers
Proficient in computer systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Self-motivated, committed and able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
Mature, independent and resourceful with strong analytical abilities
Capable of managing multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Meticulous team player with collaborative approach
About your application process
This job is closing on 26 Feb 2026.
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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