Asst Engineering Manager (Landfill Management and Operations Dept) - Contract

National Environment Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

National Environment Agency in Singapore seeks an AEM to support Tuas Marine Transfer Station and Semakau Landfill. You will assist engineers, oversee safe waste receiving operations, and coordinate safety with stakeholders to keep activities on plan.

Diploma holders are welcomed; candidates with 3+ years in construction, waste management, or facility management are preferred. Willingness to work shifts and be deployed at both TMTS and SL is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in any discipline required, with preference for engineering background.
• Fresh diploma graduates welcome to apply; candidates with 3+ years in construction, waste management, facility management, or related industry are preferred.
• Procurement and contract management experience are a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities are required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willing to work in harsh environments and on morning/afternoon shifts, including weekends.
• Willingness to be deployed at both TMTS and Semakau Landfill locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the engineer in overseeing safe waste receiving operations at TMTS & SL slipways.
• Coordinate operational and safety matters with TMTS/SL stakeholders to ensure activities are conducted as planned.
• Supervise contractors on-site and ensure safe work without disrupting operations; attend to maintenance or repair within timelines.
• Assist in reviewing traffic management plans within TMTS/SL.
• Prepare and call quotations for infrastructure maintenance; ensure spare parts supply for landfill equipment.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Adaptability to harsh environments

Shift work flexibility

Education

Diploma in any discipline

Job description

What the role is:

Landfill Management and Operations Department (LMOD) oversee Tuas Marine Transfer Station and Semakau Landfill which is Singapore’s only landfill for waste disposal.

What you will be working on:

The job description of an AEM at Tuas Marine Transfer Station (TMTS) and Semakau Landfill (SL) are as follows:

• To assist the engineer in overseeing and ensuring safe waste receiving operations at TMTS & SL slipways

• To coordinate operational and safety matters with TMTS/SL stakeholders to ensure operations at TMTS/SL such as landfill, O&M of M&E equipment, O&M of tugs & barges (T&B) are conducted according to plan.

• To supervise contractors in carrying out the work/services on site. Ensuring that all work is carried out safely and do not disrupt operations. Attend to any maintenance or repair works to ensure that it is completed within the set timeline.

• To assist engineer in the review of the traffic management plans within TMTS/SL.

• To prepare and call quotations for buildings and the facility’s infrastructure maintenance. Successful candidates will also need to review and ensure sufficient supply of spare parts for landfill equipment.

• To perform any other works, duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors.

What we are looking for:

• At least a diploma in any discipline, with preference given to candidates with an engineering background.

• Fresh diploma graduates are welcome to apply. Candidates with at least 3 years of working experience in the construction, waste management, facility management, or related industry are preferred.

• Candidate with procurement experience and contract management experience is preferred.

• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

• Able to work in harsh environment/conditions

• Will be working on morning/afternoon shifts, including weekends

• Willing and able to be deployed at both locations (TMTS and SL)

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

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