National Environment Agency

Principal/Snr Scientific Officer (Licensing & Environm Assessmt Dept) - Contract

Fixed Terms

Closing on 25 Apr 2026

What the role is

The Development Control and Licensing Division (DCLD) incorporates environmental considerations into land use planning and development control of new developments and ensures that proposed developments comply with environment health and pollution control requirements. DCLD also processes NEA licences which covers areas such as pollution control, waste management, public cleansing, vector control and fumigation.

You will be part of a team that carries out environmental planning and control so that environmental factors are being incorporated for proposed developments/projects.

What you will be working on

What you will be working on:

Lead the review and development of environmental regulations to manage land pollution in Singapore
Lead engagement with relevant stakeholders (e.g. developers, Qualified Persons, consultants, industry associations, and government agencies) in the development and review of environmental regulations
Lead the development and implementation of strategies to support operationalisation of policies and regulations relating to land pollution and environment site assessment, including industry capability development
Review technical advisories on environmental site assessment issued to landowners/developers, and frame responses to address related queries
Work with government agencies to review environmental site assessment and technical reports (i.e. environmental data, technical findings, and proposed mitigation/remediation methods, and provide technical assessment
Review environmental planning norms and requirements to keep abreast of the developments in Singapore, leveraging technology and state-of-the-art environmental control measures
Review work processes and practices to enhance effectiveness and productivity
Put up reports and presentations to Senior Management on environmental pollution-related matters
Contribute to and support other work in NEA (e.g. representation in inter-agency/cross-divisional committees and working groups, rotational duty for after-hours response to pollution incidents, etc.)

What we are looking for

Background in Science (e.g. Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology)
Preferably more than 7 years of experience in legislation development and environmental site assessments
Good organisational and leadership abilities with supervisory / managerial experience
Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
Self-motivated, independent, resourceful and able to foster teamwork
Strong analytical and communication skills with clear articulation of assessments and recommendations
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 25 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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