Principal Geomatics Engineer (Survey Governance)

SLA Singapore Land Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Government Technology Agency (GovTech) is seeking a Principal Geomatics Engineer for Underground Survey Governance in Singapore. You will help shape the USGF, engage agencies and industry, and translate insights into practical governance recommendations to strengthen survey data quality and accountability.

You will collaborate across government and professional bodies, support policy studies, and contribute to legislation and regulatory changes needed for effective underground governance.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years' experience in engineering, infrastructure or built environment with policy/governance exposure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate complex issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reports and briefings.
• Experience coordinating stakeholders across government, industry or professional bodies is a plus.
• Interest in governance, policy development and regulatory frameworks for infrastructure.
• Self-motivated, adaptable and able to manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with Singapore's infrastructure, utilities or built environment sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of Singapore's Underground Survey Governance Framework (USGF).
• Contribute to governance and policy frameworks to underpin USGF deployment.
• Engage government agencies, professional bodies and industry stakeholders to validate proposals.
• Conduct policy and operational studies, support governance models, accountability and liability frameworks.
• Advise on implementation approaches and review legislative and regulatory changes needed.
• Translate stakeholder feedback into practical governance recommendations for USGF.

Skills

Policy development

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication

Job description

Principal Geomatics Engineer (Underground Survey Governance)

What you will be working on

As a member of SLA's Strategy & Innovation's Underground Systems and Governance team, you will support the development and implementation of Singapore's Underground Survey Governance Framework (USGF), a national initiative to establish a governance framework that strengthens the quality, accountability and reliability of underground utility survey information. You will contribute to the development of governance and policy frameworks that support the implementation of the USGF. This includes engaging government agencies, professional bodies and industry stakeholders to validate governance proposals, conduct policy and operational studies, support the development of governance models, accountability and liability frameworks, implementation approaches, and facilitate the review of legislative and regulatory changes required to enable the implementation of the USGF. The role requires (i) strong analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate governance and policy issues, (ii) good stakeholder engagement and communication skills to coordinate and facilitate discussions across government and industry, and (iii) the ability to translate stakeholder feedback and operational considerations into practical governance recommendations that support the implementation of the USGF.

What we are looking for

• 2–3 years' working experience in an engineering, infrastructure or built environment role, with exposure to policy development, governance, stakeholder engagement or programme implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex issues and develop practical recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, briefing papers and presentation materials.
• Experience in coordinating stakeholders across government agencies, industry or professional bodies would be advantageous.
• Interest in governance, policy development and regulatory frameworks within the infrastructure or built environment sector.
• Self-motivated, adaptable and able to manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with Singapore's infrastructure, utilities or built environment sector would be an advantage.

The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development.

Be part of the team that shapes the future of Singapore.