Resident Technical Officer (RTO)

RB ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking a Night Shift Site Supervisor to oversee underground utility operations. You will monitor night shift activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This role involves documentation, coordination with various stakeholders, and problem-solving to ensure efficient project execution. Candidates should have experience in construction and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary package offered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all night-shift construction activities related to underground utilities.
• Ensure work is carried out safely and according to approved specifications.
• Monitor night excavation and pipe laying operations.
• Check and verify pipe alignment and levels during night operations.
• Conduct inspections for quality control and compliance.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations during night works.
• Prepare night shift daily reports and documentation.
• Coordinate with night-shift supervisors and contractors.
• Identify and report technical issues during night activities.

Job description

Job Roles & Responsibilities

1. Night Shift Site Supervision

• Oversee all night-shift construction activities related to underground utilities (SPPG, Telecom, Water, Sewer).

• Ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and according to approved drawings and specifications.

• Monitor night excavation, pipe laying, duct installation, and road reinstatement.

2. Quality Control & Technical Compliance

• Check and verify pipe alignment, levels, gradient, and bedding during night operations.

• Conduct inspections for jointing, duct installation, backfilling, and compaction.

• Ensure all works comply with quality standards and authorities’ Codes of Practice.

3. Safety & Risk Management (Night Operations)

• Ensure strict compliance with WSH regulations, PTW, and safe work procedures during night works.

• Monitor high-risk activities such as deep excavation, confined space, lifting, and heavy machinery movement.

• Ensure adequate lighting, traffic safety, and safe access routes during night shift.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare night shift daily reports, inspection records, manpower & machinery logs.

• Document any issues, delays NCRs, or safety incidents occurring during night activities.

• Provide detailed handover reports to the day-shift RTO/Engineer for continuity of work.

5. Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate with night-shift supervisors, foremen, subcontractors, traffic marshals, and utility contractors.

• Liaise with Resident Engineer (RE), Project Engineer, and authority representatives when required.

• Attend night-site inspections with consultants or authorities (SPPG, PUB, LTA, IMDA).

6. Technical Support & Problem Solving

• Identify and report technical issues such as underground utility clashes, soft ground, or alignment conflicts.

• Provide immediate support to resolve on-site challenges to avoid delays and rework.

• Ensure existing utilities are protected during night excavation.

7. Compliance & Authority Standards

• Ensure all night works comply with relevant authority requirements:

  • SPPG – Power Cables / Ducts

  • PUB – Water & Sewer

  • IMDA – Telecom Ducts

  • LTA – Road Opening & Reinstatement

• Verify proper barricading, signage, and traffic management during night operations.