The National Environment Agency (NEA) is seeking an experienced safety professional to lead workplace safety and health (WSH) initiatives across after-death operations at NEA-managed facilities. As a WSH Champion, you will spearhead comprehensive safety programmes aimed at achieving zero accidents whilst safeguarding staff and visitor wellbeing. Working in partnership with NEA departments, WSH committees and offices, you will identify, evaluate, and mitigate WSH risks effectively to support our commitment to delivering safe and dignified after-death services.
National Environment Agency
Senior Assistant Director/Senior Manager (Workplace Safety & Health)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 10 Apr 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
You will be responsible for the following:
- Strategic Safety Leadership: Develop and implement comprehensive WSH procedures and programmes tailored for after-death services operations. Establish safety governance frameworks, conduct risk assessments, and ensure full compliance with Ministry of Manpower (MOM), Building and Construction Authority (BCA) regulations and other statutory guidelines.
- Performance Monitoring and Compliance: Establish systems to collect and analyse WSH incidents, near misses, and performance indicators. Conduct systematic inspections, manage permit-to-work systems for high-risk activities, and implement immediate safety interventions when necessary.
- Safety Culture Development: Foster transparent safety reporting systems and lead the development of a proactive safety culture through training programmes and engagement initiatives. Conduct regular WSH meetings, toolbox sessions and refresher trainings (where applicable) to ensure all staff and contractors are up to date on safety-related matters
- Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with NEA departments, partners, and government agencies to address WSH-related matters. Investigate and resolve public feedback whilst continuously reviewing safe work procedures to enhance safety standards and compliance by all users of the facilities.
What we are looking for
Requirements:
- Engineering background (Electrical/Mechanical preferred) with professional qualifications in occupational safety and health
- Comprehensive knowledge of Singapore WSH Act, MOM and BCA safety regulations
- Proven expertise in WSH management with qualification to conduct safety assessments for high-risk activities
- Minimum 8-10 years of WSH management experience in operational settings with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
- Proven track record and experience in conducting internal and external WSH audits, compliance audits, and management system audits
- Registered WSH Officer or Specialist Diploma in WSH (or equivalent) will have an added advantage
- Experience as an Occupational Hygiene Officer will have an added advantage.
- Trained practitioner of ISO9001/45001 will also have added advantage.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, particularly when engaging sensitively with the public during difficult circumstances
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and empathy
- Good problem-solving, writing and communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Comfortable working in after-death services environment
- Available to work weekends and public holidays as required
About your application process
This job is closing on 10 Apr 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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