Planning Executive (Enforcement)

Urban Redevelopment Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore's national land use planning authority. This role supports the enforcement team with field inspections, educating the public on regulations, and identifying non-compliance during site visits.

You will engage homeowners, tenants and business operators on-site, explain requirements clearly, handle on-site feedback with de-escalation, and assist in drafting inspection reports and notices.

Qualifications

• Polytechnic diploma in civil/structural engineering or related field; alternative: 3+ years enforcement experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Eye for detail, self-driven, able to manage multiple operational caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor compliance and gather evidence for investigations.
• Explain regulatory requirements to homeowners, tenants, and business operators on-site.
• Handle on-site feedback with de-escalation and maintain professional conduct with the public.
• Assist in preparing inspection reports and drafting of notices or enforcement actions.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Polytechnic diploma—civil/structural engineering

3+ years enforcement experience

Job description

What the role is:

We are seeking a proactive individual to support our enforcement team in maintaining regulatory standards. This role is primarily field-based, focusing on ground inspections and direct engagement with public stakeholders. As the first point of contact during site visits, you will play a crucial role in educating the public on regulations and identifying non-compliance.

What you will be working on:

Field Inspections: Conduct regular assigned site visits to monitor compliance with URA's regulations, identify regulatory breaches / gather evidence and document findings accurately to support further investigations by senior officers. Ground Engagement: Explain regulatory and compliance requirements to different stakeholders e.g. homeowners, tenants, and business operators in a clear manner. Conflict Management: Handle immediate feedback and potentially difficult encounters with members of the public on-site, applying de-escalation techniques. Administrative Support: Assist in the preparation of inspection reports and recommended enforcement actions, as well as drafting of official notices or letters to relevant parties.

What we are looking for:

• A polytechnic diploma in civil/structural engineering, mechanical/electrical engineering, architecture, building or such other relevant field. In the alternative, candidates without a diploma should possess at least 3 years of experience in enforcement related work.
• Minimum 3 years working experience in enforcement related work
• Eye for detail, self-driven and able to multi-task in managing operational caseload
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Good analytical and writing skills
• Able to work independently as well as in a team
• The successful candidate will be offered a 1-year contract in the first instance, with continuation subject to further assessments and considerations.

About Urban Redevelopment Authority

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore's national land use planning authority. URA prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co-ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality. Prudent land use planning has enabled Singapore to enjoy strong economic growth and social cohesion, and ensures that sufficient land is safeguarded to support continued economic progress and future development.