Drainage Operations Engineer (Field & Incident Response)

Government Technology Agency (GovTech); Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) is seeking an Assistant Engineer for Drainage Operations. The role involves coordinating flood response activities, inspecting drainage networks, and addressing public feedback while ensuring safety during heavy rain events.

Responsibilities include supervising contractors, overseeing project handovers, and performing routine outdoor inspections in varying weather, with weekend shifts as needed. A Class 3 driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil/Structural/Environmental Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Experience in operations and maintenance of drainage networks is preferred.
• Able to perform shift work including weekends (shift hours: 0600-1530hrs; 1000-1930 hrs).
• Valid Class 3 driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out flood operations/deployments in a rotating shift system to keep the public safe during heavy rain events.
• Conduct routine inspections along drainage systems for offences such as fishing or unauthorised entry.
• Attend to drainage feedback and investigate issues raised by the public.
• Oversee handover inspections for newly completed drainage projects by PUB or external developers.
• Supervise contract administration and conduct site inspections of contractors’ work.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in Civil/Structural/Environmental Engineering or equivalent

Job description

The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) is seeking an Assistant Engineer for Drainage Operations. The role involves coordinating flood response activities, inspecting drainage networks, and addressing public feedback while ensuring safety during heavy rain events.

Responsibilities include supervising contractors, overseeing project handovers, and performing routine outdoor inspections in varying weather, with weekend shifts as needed. A Class 3 driving licence is required.