Inspection Officer, ESID

Building and Construction Authority Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) in Singapore is looking for a motivated individual to oversee unauthorised structures. The role involves monitoring, investigating compliance, and ensuring adherence to regulations.

Candidates should be trained in civil/structural engineering and have at least 2 years of relevant experience. This contract position offers an opportunity to make a difference in Singapore’s built environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant design and site experience.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections to identify unauthorised structures.
• Investigate complaints related to unauthorised constructions.
• Interpret and enforce building regulations.
• Maintain comprehensive records of unauthorised structures.
• Prepare detailed reports outlining findings and compliance status.
• Communicate with property owners and stakeholders.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Good communication skills

Understanding of building regulations

Education

Trained in civil/structural engineering

Job description

What the role is

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) champions the development of a future‑ready built environment for Singapore. Besides regulating building safety, we lead and transform the built environment sector in delivering a safe, high‑quality, sustainable and friendly built environment.

We are looking for resourceful, energetic and self‑motivated individuals who are inspired to play an active role to make a difference to Singapore’s built environment.

What you will be working on

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented individual to join our team specializing in the oversight of unauthorised structures. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring, investigating, and ensuring the compliance of structures that have been erected without proper authorisation. This position requires an understanding of the regulations, good communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Surveillance And Investigation

• Conduct regular inspections to identify unauthorised structures.
• Investigate complaints related to unauthorised constructions and gather relevant information to assess compliance.

Regulatory Compliance

• Interpret and enforce building regulations to ensure structures adhere to regulations.

Documentation And Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive records of unauthorised structures, including photographs, violation notices, and correspondence with property owners.
• Prepare detailed reports outlining findings, compliance status, and recommended actions for regulatory bodies.

Communication

• Communicate with property owners, developers, and other stakeholders to explain regulations, address concerns, and facilitate compliance.

Conflict Resolution

• Handle property owners, seeking amicable and compliant resolutions.

What we are looking for

• Trained in civil/structural engineering.
• At least 2 years of relevant design and site experience.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

Successful candidates will be offered contract employment.

Interested applicants, please apply online.