Chemist (Based in Jurong Island) (6 months contract)

SEMBCORP UTILITIES SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sembcorp Utilities Services Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a laboratory leader to ensure the operational availability of the laboratory for water sample analysis and to develop, review, and maintain laboratory resources.

You will lead analysts, manage documentation for ISO 14001/ISO 45001 compliance, and drive method development, audits, and digitalisation initiatives to boost efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry preferred; other science or engineering degrees with lab experience will be considered.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in analytical laboratory testing or management.
• Experience in an accredited laboratory is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of analysts to perform daily laboratory operations and release reports.
• Manage laboratory documents and resources to ensure ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 compliance.
• Develop methods for new or modified analyses, including validation and uncertainty estimation.
• Assist audits and proficiency testing, supporting external reviews.
• Manage inventory and equipment maintenance to ensure continuous availability.
• Provide training to lab analysts on methods and troubleshooting.
• Drive digitalisation initiatives to improve efficiency and productivity.

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Independent

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Science or engineering degree

Job description

About Sembcorp

Sembcorp is a leading energy and urban solutions provider headquartered in Singapore. Led by its purpose to drive energy transition, Sembcorp delivers sustainable energy solutions and urban developments by leveraging its sector expertise and global track record.

Join us in shaping a sustainable energy future

Drive Asia’s energy transition with us! Our Gas & Related Services segment is a key growth engine, delivering reliable and efficient energy to industries and communities across multiple countries. We support Asia’s growing energy needs while advancing the shift to a lower-carbon future.

Purpose and Scope

This role is responsible for the operational and availability of the laboratory to conduct water sample analysis. The role will also be required to develop, review, and maintain laboratory resources.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead a team of analysts to perform daily laboratory operations including organization of sample for analysis, results verifications, and timely release of reports.
• Management of laboratory documents and resources to ensure compliance to accreditation standards (ISO14001, and ISO45001) and Singapore Standards (SS).
• Conduct the method development for new / modified analysis to ensure method suitability, method validation, uncertainty estimation, and overall measurement traceability.
• Assist laboratory preparation for internal & external audits, and proficiency testing (PT) checks.
• Management of laboratory inventory and equipment to ensure continuous availability – consumables / spare-parts procurement, equipment calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance planning.
• Provide orientation & training to Lab analysts on analysis methods, and equipment troubleshooting.
• Identify and drive digitalization initiatives to increase laboratory operational efficiency and productivity.

Major Challenges

• Maintaining the lab operation according to ISO requirement in an efficient way.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment, including troubleshooting during breakdown.

Key Decisions & Dimensions

• Verification of test results
• Method validation
• Scheduling and work allocation

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Chemistry preferred. Other science and engineering degree holder with relevant lab experiences will also be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years working experience in an analytical laboratory testing/management environment.
• Working experiences in an accredited laboratory is preferred.

Preferred Skills & Characteristics

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Independent, self-initiated, positive attitude, and able to deliver results within tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and organization skills.
• Passionate about and familiar with lab operation, calibration, and quality system.
• Responsible and take pride in work.
• Innovative and willingness to learn and adopt new ideas.

Our Culture at Sembcorp

At Sembcorp, our culture is shaped by a strong set of shared behaviours that guide the way we work and uphold our commitment to driving the energy transition.

We foster an institution-first mindset, where the success of Sembcorp takes precedence over individual interests. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, as we work seamlessly across markets, businesses, and functions to achieve our goals together. Accountability is a core principle, ensuring that we take ownership of our commitments and deliver on them with integrity and excellence. These values define who we are and create a workplace where our people can thrive while making a meaningful impact on driving energy transition.

Join us in making a real impact!