National Environment Agency

Executive/ Senior Engineer (Construction Noise and Vehicular Emissions Dept)

Fixed Terms

Closing on 30 Apr 2026

What the role is

The Vehicular Emissions Branch (VEB) is responsible for regulating and enforcing against emissions from vehicles and Off-Road Diesel Engines (ORDE). It also develops pollution control operation policies and manages public feedback on vehicular emissions.

You will design, plan and work with the team to implement initiatives to minimise pollution from vehicles and ORDEs, and enhance enforcement capabilities against errant motorists who contravene the Environmental Protection & Management (Vehicular Emissions) and (Off-Road Diesel Engines) Regulations. You will also design and implement stakeholder engagement strategies and public outreach programmes to promote awareness and compliance with the regulations.

What you will be working on

Your primary duties will include the following:

Conduct technical assessments for applications to register on-road vehicles and off-road diesel engines, ensuring compliance with environmental standards and regulatory requirements.
Lead development initiatives with solution providers to identify, evaluate and implement technologies that enhance operational effectiveness and advance the control of emissions from vehicles and ORDEs.
Handle complex public feedback on pollutive vehicles within NEA’s service standard, including mobilising officers to conduct necessary surveillance and take enforcement action against errant motorists.
Lead comprehensive reviews of work instructions, standards operating procedures, policies and initiatives to control emissions from vehicles and ORDEs.
Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies; working with vehicle fleet operators and vehicle inspection centres, and educational programmes to raise awareness and promote regulatory adherence.
Participate in enforcement operations and work with other agencies on blitz against pollutive vehicles.

We are looking for highly-motivated and independent individuals who enjoy working across departments within NEA, with other government agencies and the industry. You will be working in a fast-paced and volatile environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time. Candidates are required to have physical stamina to perform enforcement operations and enforcement duties.

What we are looking for

Degree in Mechanical/Environmental Engineering
Good knowledge in engineering systems, principles and applications
Keen interest in pollution control issues
Firm and articulate with good communication skills
Problem solving abilities with strong analytical reasoning
Systematic and meticulous
Good team player and interacts and collaborate effectively with others

About your application process

This job is closing on 30 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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