The Development Control and Licensing Division (DCLD) ensures that environmental considerations are factored into land use planning and development control of new developments, and that the proposed developments are in compliance with environment health and pollution control requirements (including buffer requirements). DCLD also processes NEA licences in respect of pollution control, waste management, public cleansing, vector control and fumigation.
National Environment Agency
Executive Engineer/Engineer (Development Control Department)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 01 May 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
You will be part of a team that carries out environmental planning and control so that environmental factors (including buffer requirements) are incorporated for proposed developments/projects to safeguard the environment. Your primary duties will include the following:
Evaluate and process industrial siting consultations to ensure industrial developments meet nuisance buffer and are located in industrial estates that are compatible to surrounding landuse.
Evaluate and process workers’ dormitory and childcare/student care applications to ensure they are sited outside unsafe zone (i.e. health and safety buffer)
Evaluate and process industrial landuse, infrastructure and government proposals and advise developers, consultants and government agencies on environmental requirements to be incorporated into the proposals.
Evaluate and process Environmental Consultation (i.e. Form A submission), Environmental Impact Assessment reports and temporary landuse submissions.
Evaluate and process development control plans, building plans, and detailed plans (including application of Building Information Modelling to submissions), as well as ensure that environmental factors and related considerations (i.e. preventive and mitigation measures) are incorporated in the design of the proposed developments.
Review environmental planning norms and requirements to keep abreast with the developments in Singapore, leveraging on technology and state-of-the-art environmental control measures.
What we are looking for
Degree in Environmental, Chemical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Self-motivated, independent, resourceful, able to foster teamwork and also able to work independently
Good analytical, writing and interpersonal communication skills
Good knowledge of environmental modelling tools, Building Information Modelling (BIM) and interpretation building plans or any architecture knowledge
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 01 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 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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