The Eastern Regional Office (ERO) is the operational arm of the Environmental Public Health Operations Group, managing diverse environmental public health functions across Singapore’s Eastern regions, including vector control, sanitation, and public feedback management. We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic candidate with demonstrated leadership abilities, critical thinking skills, and strong problem-solving abilities to oversee operations; and implement, engage, and enforce key environmental health programmes that maintain high public health standards in Singapore.
National Environment Agency
Assistant Manager/Manager (Sanitation and Vector Control)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 23 Apr 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
In Sanitation and Vector Section, you will lead a team of officers to conduct vector-related surveillance, manage outbreaks and liaise with stakeholders to implement control measures. You will also investigate feedback related to cleanliness, littering and smoking in prohibited areas, educate the public on good environmental practices, and conduct enforcement on related offences.
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate would possess the following qualities:
- Professional certification in environmental health or vector control preferred.
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in environmental health operations with at least 1-2 years in supervisory or team leadership roles.
- Experience in vector control, sanitation management, enforcement activities, and community engagement.
- Experience in technology systems and data management preferred.
- Strong team leadership and interpersonal skills
- Effective communication and coaching abilities
- Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
- Adaptability and flexibility in changing operational environments
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks
- Committed and willing to work outside office hours
About your application process
This job is closing on 23 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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