Assistant Director/Executive Manager (Operations Planning and Monitoring Dept)

National Environment Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental agency in Singapore seeks an experienced professional to oversee contract management and operations planning. The role involves developing initiatives to enhance cleanliness and hygiene in public markets and hawker centres. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in contract management and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The position requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in contract management or operations planning.
• Prior experience in government procurement is an advantage.
• Meticulous with an eye for detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead procurement and management of contracts.
• Oversee outsourced contractors' performance.
• Implement initiatives to improve cleanliness standards.

Skills

Contract management

Operations planning

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

What the role is:

The Operations Planning and Monitoring Department (OPMD) holds the operations planning and monitoring function of the Place Management and Operations Division (PMOD), including building a sensing capability with data from markets and hawker centres. It ensures good cleaning outcomes at all MSE-owned markets & hawker centres, and high performance standards of the integrated cleaning contractors, as well as drives new initiatives, such as Clean Tables / Clean Toilets / Environment Sanitation (ES) Regime to shore up public health resilience.

What you will be working on:

You will work closely with various internal and external stakeholders to plan and implement transformational initiatives to enhance standard of cleanliness and hygiene in markets and hawker centres, and drive operations excellence within the Division. You will be responsible for the following:

• Plan, develop and lead end-to-end procurement and management of contracts required by department e.g. integrated cleaning contracts, car park contracts

• Oversee the performance of outsourced contractors, including contract administration

• Spearhead and implement new initiatives (e.g. deploying innovative technology) to enhance productivity / work processes / customers’ satisfaction and in turn, improve the standard of cleanliness and hygiene in markets & hawker centres

• Facilitate and monitor the department’s operational budget

• Lead team to ensure compliance to the ES Regime at NEA-managed markets & hawker centres

• Maintain a thorough understanding of relevant regulations / guidelines and front contract audits

• Coach and develop staff competency in contract management and administration

• Other duties to be assigned relating to contract management / operations planning

What we are looking for:

• At least 8 years of working experience in contract management / operations planning

• Prior experience in government procurement will be an advantage

• Meticulous with an eye for detail

• Organised and able to multi-task

• Strong analytical and project management skills

• Good written and verbal skills

• Good communication skills and task-orientated

• Able to work independently, collaboratively and under tight deadlines

• Strong leadership qualities, self-driven, resourceful and ready to strive for improvement

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer skills

• Able to adapt to a fast-paced environment and work weekends/beyond office hours (when necessary)

• As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

Applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

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