National Environment Agency

Dy Principal/Snr Engineer (Licensing & Environmental Assessment Dept) - Contract

Fixed Terms

Closing on 22 May 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

Lead and implement strategies to operationalise policies and regulations relating to land pollution and environment site assessment
Lead the provision of technical advisories on environmental site assessment to landowners/developers, and address related queries
Lead engagement with relevant stakeholders (e.g. developers, Qualified Persons, consultants, industry associations and government agencies) on environmental site assessment requirements
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, guidelines, and requirements to keep abreast of the developments in Singapore, leveraging technology and state-of-the-art environmental control measures
Manage feedback, queries and appeals related to environmental site assessments
Manage contract by working closely with the appointed contractor(s), monitoring their work progress and performance to ensure the works are carried out in satisfactorily and timely manner
Contribute to and support other work in NEA (e.g. representation on various teams/committees, rotational duty for after-hours response to pollution incidents, etc.)

What we are looking for

Background in Engineering (e.g. Environmental, Chemical or Civil Engineering)
Preferably more than 5 years of experience in environmental site assessments or land pollution management
Proven organisational skills with supervisory 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 22 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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