Principal Engineer (Waste Infrastructure Management)

NEA National Environment Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Waste Infrastructure Management Department. This role involves overseeing tenancy agreements, managing recycling facilities, and implementing innovative waste treatment technologies. You will play a crucial part in advancing the vision of a Zero-Waste Nation by collaborating with key stakeholders in the waste management sector. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to a circular economy, this opportunity offers a platform to make a significant impact in the waste management landscape.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant engineering fields required for the role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage tenancy agreements and oversee recycling park facilities.
• Monitor performance of recycling companies and recommend improvements.
• Plan and implement new waste treatment technologies.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-motivation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Degree in Environmental Engineering

Job description

[What the role is]

The Waste Infrastructure Management Department (WIMD) under the Infrastructure Operations & Management Division (WIOMD) oversees the availability of national waste disposal and incineration capacity, manages private waste facilities, waste disposal accounts and revenue collection by the Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plants and Tuas Marine Transfer Station.

You will work in the Private Waste Infrastructure Management Branch (PWIMB) under WIMD which oversees key stakeholders in the waste recycling and treatment industry for waste management facilities through agreements/contracts, including waste treatment facilities to recycle key waste streams or pilot new waste treatment and recycling technologies to validate policy decisions on future waste infrastructure, so as to minimise waste landfilled and contribute towards the vision of a Zero-Waste Nation and a circular economy.

[What you will be working on]

Your key responsibilities include:

• Manage, oversee tenancy agreements and handle tenancy related matters for companies housed in Tuas South Recycling Park (TSRP), Sarimbun Recycling Park (SRP) and other designated premises.
• Oversee and maintain the common facilities in Tuas South Recycling Park (TSRP), Sarimbun Recycling Park (SRP), including preparation and calling of maintenance contracts.
• Monitor performance of recycling companies, evaluate reports and make recommendations for improvements.
• Plan, coordinate and implement new waste treatment technologies in support of incineration capabilities and to increase recycling rates.
• Manage projects related to containment and storage of municipal solid waste.
• Support the development of contracts for new private waste infrastructures to further reduce waste landfilled and extend Semakau Landfill’s lifespan.
• Any other waste infrastructure related projects assigned by WIMD.

[What we are looking for]

The job might be for you if you possess the following qualities:

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Environmental Engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good command of spoken and written English, presentation and communication skills.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly self-motivated, independent and resourceful.
• Strong sense of responsibility, integrity and honesty.
• Keen to understand more on recycling and wish to be a part of the Zero Waste Nation vision.