The Environmental Monitoring & Modelling Division (EMMD) oversees and manages a comprehensive air and water quality monitoring programme to ensure that effective monitoring of the air and water quality and enable policies to be formulated to improve air and water quality. You will be part of the Environmental Quality Monitoring Department (EQMD) in EMMD which will be using the air and water quality data collected to analyse and identify anomalies, assess long-term trends, and inform policies for the improvement of air and water quality. The team also drives air and water quality research projects and studies to better understand air and water quality issues in Singapore. We are seeking suitable candidate(s) who is keen to oversee and manage the air quality monitoring programmes in EQMD.
National Environment Agency
Executive Scientific Officer (Environmental Quality & Monitoring Department)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 30 May 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
As part of the team, you will be responsible for the following:
Formulate, review, and implement ambient air quality monitoring programmes for assessment of environmental quality and to ensure that the programmes are carried out effectively
Monitor and review the latest developments in monitoring technologies, guidelines, standards, and emerging pollutants, and conduct benchmarking studies against international best practices to keep programmes current and relevant
Analyse air quality data to assess trends and impacts arising from pollution sources, climate change, and other contributing factors
Assess and report on Singapore's ambient air quality to support policy formulation and timely and accurate public release of environmental quality information
Review and develop robust air sampling protocols, SOPs, guidelines, and risk assessments, and conduct air quality surveys to support investigative studies and inform pollution control incident response plans
Plan and conduct air quality research studies, and foster collaborative relationships with academia, research institutes, and international organisations to drive impactful research that strengthens pollution control operations
Provide technical and scientific advice on air quality monitoring and environmental impact assessments to internal and external stakeholders
Prepare project proposals, technical reports and research manuscripts, and present findings to senior management and at local and international meetings and conferences
Respond to media and public queries on air quality issues including haze episodes
Participate actively in cross-functional project teams, inter-agency meetings, and working groups to support environmental management efforts
What we are looking for
Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or other fields related to air quality monitoring and assessment
Knowledge in air quality sampling and analysis, air pollution sources and characteristics, air quality research, data analytics, and/or statistics (e.g. R) would be an advantage
Driven, self-motivated and resourceful
Demonstrate critical and analytical thinking and ability to articulate views clearly
Good communication and presentation skills, with good command of spoken and written English
Demonstrate ability to undertake work both individually and part of a team
About your application process
This job is closing on 30 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.
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