Resident Technical Officer (Coastal)

Surbana Jurong; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Singapore is seeking Resident Technical Officers for a coastal development project. The role involves site supervision in land reclamation and marine construction, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards. Candidates must have at least 3 years of supervisory experience and be accredited RTOs. Strong English communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Accredited RTO with at least 3 years’ site supervisory experience.
• 2 years of experience in land reclamation, marine construction, or coastal development.
• Must pass internal security clearance by the Employer and Singapore Government.

Responsibilities

• Supervise site works and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Assist Resident Engineer in managing site activities and maintaining quality control.
• Monitor project progress and inspect works.
• Liaise with contractors and authorities for work execution.
• Review technical submissions and provide recommendations.
• Conduct safety audits and oversee final handovers.

Skills

Strong English communication

Report-writing skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of marine operations

Education

Accredited RTO by IES/ACES

Tools

Scheduling software

IT tools for documentation

Job description

We are seeking Resident Technical Officers (RTOs) for a coastal development project on an offshore island. The role requires site supervision in land reclamation, marine construction, and coastal development.

Responsibilities

Supervise site works, ensuring compliance with specifications, safety regulations, and environmental standards.

Assist the Resident Engineer (RE) in managing site activities, maintaining quality control, and enforcing workplace safety.

Monitor project progress, inspect works, and maintain records, including material usage, vessel movements, and equipment logs.

Liaise with contractors, consultants, and authorities, ensuring proper execution of work plans and regulatory compliance.

Review technical submissions, method statements, risk assessments, and variation orders, providing verification and recommendations.

Conduct safety audits, ensure defect rectifications, and oversee final handovers.

Operate drones and remote‑operated vehicles for site documentation (training provided).

Assist with administrative duties, including report preparation, document control, and progress tracking.

Requirements

Accredited RTO by IES/ACES, with at least 3 years’ site supervisory experience, including 2 years in land reclamation, marine construction, or coastal development.

Strong English communication and report‑writing skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, scheduling software, and IT tools for documentation.

Knowledge of marine operations, dredgers, barges, and MPA regulations.

Must pass internal security clearance by the Employer and Singapore Government.