[What the role is]

The Waste Management Division (WMD) is responsible for the regulation of the waste collection industry, the Public Waste Collection scheme, general waste disposal facilities, the Extended Producer Responsibility, Disposable Carrier Bag Charge, Mandatory Packaging and Waste Reporting schemes. Through these programmes, WMD aims to achieve an efficient and sustainable waste-to-resource management system in Singapore.

Producer Responsibility Department (PRD) oversees the development, administration and regulation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Schemes for waste streams such as e-waste and packaging waste, as well as the Disposable Carrier Bag Charge and Mandatory Packaging Reporting scheme. It regulates the Beverage Contain Return Scheme and licenses the scheme operator. It is also responsible for the audit and verification of data submitted under the EPR schemes to ensure stakeholder confidence and integrity of the system.

[What you will be working on]

You Will Be Part Of a Dynamic Team Working In a Fast-paced Environment That Will Be Involved In The Planning, Development And Implementation Of Waste Management Policies, Strategies And Initiatives Specifically Relating To The Beverage Container Return Scheme. Detailed Work Scope Includes The Following

Administer and regulate the beverage container return scheme, including ensuring compliance of regulated stakeholders and premises and working on outreach and engagement efforts
Ensure scheme operator's and stakeholders compliance with relevant Acts, Regulations and licensing conditions, including review of submitted reports and plans, conduct on-site audits and inspections
Facilitate and organise stakeholder discussions, engagements and consultations as well as handle feedback and enquiries to ensure timely provision of information, clarification or advice
Other duties as assigned including assisting in industry consultations and briefings

[What we are looking for]

The job might be for you if you possess the following qualities:

Diploma in Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering or other relevant fields of study
Passion for environmental protection and adept at working with corporate and public stakeholders
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Sustainability, Environmental, and/or Waste Management
Fresh graduates will also be considered
Good organisation and project management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time
Outgoing and pleasant personality; mature, independent and resourceful; highly self-motivated; patient and resilient; adaptable to diverse work scopes
Good team player, strong interpersonal communication, writing and analytical skills
Meticulous with an eye for detail
Competent in data analytics and statistics assessment
Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint
Able to work after-office hours and weekends, if required

Engineering Manager (Producer Responsibility Department) Contract