[What the role is]
The Pollution Control 1 Division (PCD1) is responsible for the control of air and water pollution, hazardous substances and toxic industrial waste. The Chemical Control and Management Department (CCMD) of PCD1 oversees the management of hazardous substances and toxic industrial wastes to safeguard Singapore's environment and public health. You will be part of the team in CCMD for managing and reviewing regulatory controls on hazardous substances.
[What you will be working on]
Your Primary Job Responsibilities Will Include The Following
- Assess licence applications and carry out inspections on facilities handling hazardous substances or toxic industrial wastes, to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and requirements
- Attend to public feedback on matters related to hazardous substances or toxic industrial wastes
- Provide technical assessments and evaluate environmental requirements for facilities handling hazardous substances or toxic industrial wastes
- Carry out investigations into incidents involving hazardous substances or toxic industrial wastes
- Review work processes and practices to enhance effectiveness and productivity
- Put up reports and presentations to Senior Management on chemical and environmental pollution-related matters
- Engage and consult relevant stakeholders (e.g. chemical companies, industry associations, government agencies, members of the public) on the management of hazardous substances or toxic industrial wastes
- Represent NEA/PCD1 in inter-agency and cross-departmental committees and working groups to provide relevant technical inputs on chemical and environmental pollution control
- Contribute to and support other work in PCD1 and NEA (e.g. management of workplace safety, response to pollution incidents after office hours, representation on various teams/committees, etc.)
- Participate in projects exploring the use of Artificial Intelligence/Robotic Process Automation tools AI/RPA/IT enhancements to accelerate licence processing and improve licensing process and compliance inspection effectiveness.
[What we are looking for]
- Degree in relevant engineering field (chemical or environmental engineering preferred)
- 2 or more years of relevant working experience, preferably in chemical manufacturing operations, pollution control or environmental management. Fresh graduates will also be considered.
- Interest in environmental protection and adept at working with different stakeholders
- Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to articulate analysis and recommendations in clear and concise terms
- A good team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated and able to work independently
- Meticulous with an eye for detail
- Driven, resourceful, organised and able to multi-task
- Able and willing to work on weekends and after office hours, if required
- As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.
