Reporting to the Director, HR, the incumbent will lead the Business Partnering Department to support the needs of the divisions, thereby ensuring policies are well-executed and supports MPA's Future-Ready Framework of being a Choice Employer.
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
Deputy Director (HR Business Partnering) (2-Year Contract)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 13 May 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
• Understanding MPA's business and providing insights to People issues;
• Facilitate the achievement of business objectives through the formulation and implementation of HR close-gap strategies;
• Develop MPA's manpower planning and supporting manpower requests during peace time crisis and NE (inclusive of CARE for maritime incidents);
• Develop and drive Strategic Workforce Plan as part of Public Service Transformation
• Oversee end to end hiring and exit processes, performance management, disciplinary issues, etc;
• Union engagement; and
• Employee Engagement
What we are looking for
• At least 10 years of working experience as a HR Business Partner
• Good knowledge and understanding of full spectrum of HR
• Excellent interpersonal skills in building rapport and trusting relationship with various stakeholders
• Collaborate and lead the team effectively to achieve optimal results.
About your application process
This job is closing on 13 May 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 Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore or the wider Public Service.
About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
"The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests.
MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative.
MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development."
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