Engineering Lab Operations Specialist

Government Technology Agency (GovTech); Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

GovTech in Singapore is seeking a Technical Officer to support the operation of laboratories and workshops within the School of Engineering. You will manage assets, inventories, procurement, and ensure a safe, well-maintained training environment in line with policy and audit requirements.

You will oversee maintenance, asset tagging, stock checks, and documentation. You will coordinate with vendors, prepare training materials, support practical assessments, and assist audits by keeping

Qualifications

• Suitable credentials in Engineering or related technical disciplines.
• Experience in laboratory, workshop or technical support environments.
• Experience in asset management, inventory control and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of laboratory/workshop safety practices and equipment maintenance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office for documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain School of engineering laboratories and workshops, including equipment, tools and training systems.
• Carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs of laboratory and workshop equipment, and ensure proper housekeeping of facilities.
• Manage assets, stores and inventory, including asset tagging, stock control and regular inventory checks.
• Handle procurement of equipment, tools, consumables and training materials, including sourcing quotations and liaising with vendors.
• Prepare, issue and maintain laboratory and workshop training materials and equipment.
• Support the setup and operational readiness of labs and workshops for practical training and assessments.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, institutional procedures and equipment handling requirements.
• Maintain documentation and records related to maintenance, inventory, procurement and safety.
• Support internal and external audits (e.g. ISO and other audit exercises) by ensuring facilities and records are audit ready.
• Perform any other operational or administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Asset management

Inventory control

Procurement processes

Laboratory safety

MS Office

Communication skills

Coordination

Independent worker

Teamwork

Learning agility

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

GovTech in Singapore is seeking a Technical Officer to support the operation of laboratories and workshops within the School of Engineering. You will manage assets, inventories, procurement, and ensure a safe, well-maintained training environment in line with policy and audit requirements.

You will oversee maintenance, asset tagging, stock checks, and documentation. You will coordinate with vendors, prepare training materials, support practical assessments, and assist audits by keeping