Refinery Operations Event Coordinator

Neste; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Neste in Singapore is seeking an Operations Event Coordinator to join the Refinery in Tuas. You will plan, prepare and execute events related to Operations, including turnarounds and unit shut-downs, coordinating with internal teams and external partners to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role requires a Diploma in Chemical Engineering or equivalent, with supervisory experience (polytechnic, NITEC or O-level paths).

Qualifications

• Diploma in Chemical Engineering or similar.
• Polytechnic Diploma with 3+ years supervisory experience OR Higher NITEC with 5 years supervisory OR GCE O level with 8 years of supervisory experience in a Petrochemical/Refinery environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and execute events related to Operations including TA/SD and commissioning/start-up.
• Back-up Event team member for TA/SD events.
• Monitor TA/SD execution and instruct shift teams accordingly.
• Liaise with 3rd parties/suppliers for operations support.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Event coordination

Stakeholder management

Turnarounds planning

Education

Diploma in Chemical Engineering

Polytechnic Diploma with 3+ years supervisory experience

Higher NITEC with 5 years supervisory experience

GCE ‘O’ level with 8 years supervisory experience

Job description

Are you looking for a career in an inspiring, global environment where your expertise makes a difference? At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, which enable our customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

We are looking for you,

Operations Event Coordinator

to our Operations Event Team in our Refinery in Tuas .

You will focusing on planning & preparing our Refinery for a Safe Turnaround. In this job you will work closely not only with the different stakeholders within Neste but also together with our external partners. You must be a highly self-motivated individual, able to embrace changes, process a strong ability to work independently and live the values of Neste.

Together with you and your expertise, we can make an impact today and keep our promises for tomorrow.

Reasons to join

We operate in an inspiring and evolving business environment as a global leader in renewable fuels. We contribute to Neste’s success by living our values every day: we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

We prioritize safety at all times and in every location. We strive to create a positive and impactful work environment.

Transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. As a global company, we support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working. We work at the office at least three days a week to ensure seamless teamwork and a sense of belonging.

More about the job

Your role in our team / in creating a sustainable future

● Responsible to plan, prepare and execution of events related to Operations including operations resource planning for designated unit(s). Events are defined as:

-Turn-arounds (TA)

- Unit shut-downs (SD)

- (Pre)Commissioning and initial start-up of capital investment projects

● Back-up Event team member in Turn-arounds and Unit Shut-downs

● Responsible and monitoring TA/SD execution and instruct shift teams accordingly and reporting progress

● Liaison of Operations to 3rd parties/suppliers related to operations support for preparing and execution of Turn-arounds and Shut-downs assigned by Operations Event Lead

●Responsible (within Operations) for optimizing the Shut-down, Start-up and Clearing work instructions for designated area

● Responsible for correcting, reviewing and improving assigned Operations NMS Work Procedures

● Responsible for review of Shift Team Operations Shut Down Instruction to ensure all the scope are covered in the instructions

● Responsible to communicate and train shift teams related to events

● Work closely with all Internal & External stakeholders.

Keys to success in this role / The best combination to succeed in this role

Diploma in Chemical Engineering or similar

Minimum Polytechnic Diploma with 3 years of supervisory experience OR Higher NITEC with 5 years of supervisory experience OR GCE ‘O’ level with 8 years of supervisory experience in a Petrochemical /Refinery Environment

We look forward to receiving your CV and application.

To ensure security and confidentiality, please submit your application through our recruitment system, as we are unable to consider applications sent via email.

We will do our best to contact you after the application time has ended. The recruitment process will include interviews and a potential aptitude assessment.

Depending on the location and the requirements of the position, the process may include a health examination and/or a security clearance.

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the world's leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with production on three continents. The company’s renewables production capacity is expected to reach 6.8 million tons annually in 2027. Neste also produces high-quality oil products at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The company has a network of nearly 1,000 fuel stations with expanding service offering, such as EV charging, in Finland and in the Baltics.

Neste’s strategy focuses on growth in renewable fuels, which help its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste is included in many international indices for its sustainability performance. In 2025, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 19.0 billion. Read more: neste.com