Senior/Dy Principal Scientific Officer (Env Quality Monitoring Dept) - Contract

National Environment Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental agency in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional to oversee air and water quality monitoring programs. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science or a related field, with 5-8 years of experience in air/water quality analysis and sampling. Responsibilities include leading a team, developing protocols, and conducting investigations into pollution issues. Candidates must have strong analytical skills, good communication abilities, and a commitment to environmental sustainability.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in air/water quality sampling and analysis preferred.
• Good knowledge in air and water quality laboratory analysis work.
• Experience in leading a team and conducting onsite sampling.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team monitoring ambient air and water quality during incidents.
• Setup mobile laboratory response vehicle with sampling equipment.
• Develop and review sampling and testing protocols, and operations SOPs.
• Manage onsite sampling and measurements with analytical equipment.
• Oversee maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical equipment.
• Carry out air and water-related investigative studies for pollution.
• Review equipment and technologies to enhance monitoring capabilities.
• Benchmark international guidelines and standards for air and water quality.

Skills

Environmental science knowledge

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related fields

Job description

What the role is

The Environmental Monitoring & Modelling Division (EMMD) implements a comprehensive air and water quality monitoring programme to ensure effective monitoring of the air and water quality. In EMMD, you will be part of the Environmental Quality Monitoring Department (EQMD) which will be using the air and water quality data collected to identify anomalies, assess long‑term trends, and inform policies for the improvement of air and water quality. We are seeking suitable candidate(s) who is keen to oversee and manage the air and water quality monitoring programmes in EQMD.

What you will be working on

You will be responsible for the following:

• Lead a team responsible for carrying out monitoring of ambient air and water quality during pollution and chemical incidents as part of the Clean Environment Group’s Chemical Incident Response Unit
• Set‑up and commission the mobile laboratory response vehicle, including the onboard air / water sampling equipment, chemical detectors and scientific analytical equipment.
• Develop and review sampling and testing protocols (including QA/QC regime), operations SOPs, guidelines, risk assessment frameworks
• Manage a team to carry out preparative and pre‑sampling as well as conduct onsite sampling and measurements of pollutants using specialised analytical field equipment, covering air pollutants, volatile organic compounds, toxic industrial chemicals, and various water quality parameters in accordance with established protocols
• Oversee the planning, preparation, procurement and maintenance of various chemical detectors and scientific analytical equipment, and carry out necessary troubleshooting of the analytical equipment while onsite
• Carry out air and water‑related investigative studies to address industrial pollution issues
• Lead the review of equipment and technologies available to enhance existing air and water monitoring capabilities
• Oversee the review of international and country specific guidelines, standards and criteria related to ambient air, coastal and inland water quality and carry out benchmarking studies

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other fields related to air/water quality monitoring and assessment
• Preferably 5‑8 years of experience in air/water quality sampling and analysis, or environmental‑related industries
• Good knowledge in air and /water quality laboratory analysis work and experience in conducting onsite sampling is preferred
• Have experience in leading a team
• Mature, driven, self‑motivated, resourceful and demonstrate critical/analytical thinking skills
• Good command of spoken and written English
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Willing to work on a rotational shift basis
• As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

About National Environment Agency

The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations. For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg