[PUB-WSP] Asst Engineer (AE)/Sr AE (Ops/Shift), CCKWWs

PUB Public Utilities Board - SGP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The PUB Public Utilities Board in Singapore seeks an Assistant Engineer/Senior Assistant Engineer (Shift Operations) to operate and monitor water treatment facilities, ensuring potable quality and regulatory compliance. You will respond to alarms, conduct sampling, and supervise contractor activities across shifts.

Strong knowledge of water treatment processes, SCADA systems, and safety standards is essential. Rotating shift work and collaboration with multiple teams are key aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical or related)
• Able to perform rotating shift work [3-shifts: 7am to 3pm, 3pm to 11pm, 11pm to 7am]
• Experience in water treatment, utilities or process plant operations is an advantage
• Possession of relevant operational licences or certifications (e.g., boiler operator, water treatment) is an advantage
• Familiarity with SCADA systems is an advantage
• Candidate with more relevant years of experience can be considered for Senior Assistant Engineer position.

Responsibilities

• Operate water treatment plant and equipment to produce potable water at prescribed quantity and quality, in compliance with WHO, USEPA and EPH guidelines, and respond promptly to alarms, equipment faults and process deviations.
• Carry out water sampling and laboratory tests to monitor and ensure water quality is consistently maintained within prescribed control limits and regulatory standards.
• Adhere strictly to SOPs, WSH regulations and Permit-to-Work systems during all operational and maintenance activities, and participate actively in emergency response drills and safety improvement initiatives.
• Supervise works performed by contractors on-site, ensuring compliance with safety, quality and contractual requirements.
• Work closely with fellow shift operators, day work colleagues and other plant teams to ensure seamless handovers, share operational updates and resolve issues together as one team.
• Continuous Improvement — Maintain accurate operational logs and records, and contribute to process improvement initiatives and the review of SOPs and work instructions to enhance plant efficiency and reliability.

Skills

Rotating shift work

Water treatment processes

SCADA familiarity

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Safety regulations

Education

Engineering Diploma

Tools

SCADA software

Laboratory equipment

Operational licences

Job description

What the role is

As an Assistant Engineer/ Senior Assistant Engineer (Shift Operations), your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following :

What you will be working on

• Operate water treatment plant and equipment to produce potable water at prescribed quantity and quality, in compliance with WHO, USEPA and EPH guidelines, and respond promptly to alarms, equipment faults and process deviations.
• Carry out water sampling and laboratory tests to monitor and ensure water quality is consistently maintained within prescribed control limits and regulatory standards.
• Adhere strictly to SOPs, WSH regulations and Permit-to-Work systems during all operational and maintenance activities, and participate actively in emergency response drills and safety improvement initiatives.
• Supervise works performed by contractors on-site, ensuring compliance with safety, quality and contractual requirements.
• Work closely with fellow shift operators, day work colleagues and other plant teams to ensure seamless handovers, share operational updates and resolve issues together as one team.
• Continuous Improvement — Maintain accurate operational logs and records, and contribute to process improvement initiatives and the review of SOPs and work instructions to enhance plant efficiency and reliability.

What we are looking for

Requirements Diploma in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical or related discipline) Able to perform rotating shift work [3-shifts: 7am to 3pm, 3pm to 11pm, 11pm to 7am] Experience in water treatment, utilities or process plant operations is an advantage Possession of relevant operational licences or certifications (e.g., boiler operator, water treatment) is an advantage Familiarity with SCADA systems is an advantage *Candidate with more relevant years of experience can be considered for Senior Assistant Engineer position. Other Requirements Good team player Technical knowledge in water treatment processes or related engineering disciplines Hands-on operational competence with plant equipment and systems Good observation and problem-solving skills Good communication and stakeholder management skills Safety-conscious with working knowledge of WSH regulations Reliable, adaptable and able to perform consistently across shift hours Tech-savvy with an interest in digitalisation, process automation or data-driven operations

Work Location

Choa Chu Kang Waterworks http://jobs.careers.gov.sg

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