Resident Technical Officer (night shift)

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking a Resident Technical Officer to oversee water mains rehabilitation at night. The role requires a Diploma in civil/environmental engineering, registration as a Resident Technical Officer, and at least 5 years of experience in civil engineering site supervision. The successful candidate will manage contractor performance and ensure safety on site, playing a key role in modernizing water infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma in civil/environmental engineering.
• Registration as a Resident Technical Officer in Singapore.
• At least 5 years of experience in site supervision for civil engineering works.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site supervision of contractors’ teams.
• Manage and work closely with contractors on pipe rehabilitation.
• Track contractor progress and monitor site safety.

Skills

Site supervision

Civil engineering knowledge

Contract management

Safety monitoring

Education

Diploma in civil/environmental engineering

Certification in WSQ Supervise Work in Confined Space Operation

Job description

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact: Market Water

We are looking for a Resident Technical Officer to work on the night shift (Monday to Friday between 9 pm and 6 am). The RTO will be based on‑site, overseeing the water mains rehabilitation work carried out by the contractor.

Main duties:

• Working with the Project Manager and contract management, carrying out site supervision of contractors’ teams.
• Manage and work closely with contractors carrying out pipe rehabilitation and pipe laying works according to design and requirements.
• Track contractor progress and monitor site safety.
• Site documentation and bookkeeping for reporting purposes.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Minimum Diploma in civil/environmental engineering.
• Registration as a Resident Technical Officer in Singapore.
• At least 5 years of experience in site supervision for civil engineering works, specifically in pipe rehabilitation, pipe jacking, pipe laying and tunnelling works for water infrastructure projects.
• Certification in WSQ Supervise Work in Confined Space Operation (previously known as Safety Instruction Course for Supervisors – Manhole (SIC)) will be an added advantage.

Jacobs complies with the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP), including the prevailing guidelines on recruitment. All qualified applicants will be considered for the position regardless of age, race, religion, language, nationality, marital status, or family responsibilities.