Senior Executive / Executive (Port Health Section)

National Environment Agency; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 42.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

National Environment Agency (NEA) in Singapore seeks motivated individuals to join the Port Health Section of the Environmental Public Health Operations Group, Central Regional Office. You will protect public health at Singapore’s entry points while managing multiple priorities and liaising with diverse stakeholders.

Key duties include onboard inspections for sanitation, processing Ship Sanitation Certificates, issuing Port Health clearances or quarantine orders, and handling permits under

Formación

• Experience in maritime operations is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and on weekends/public holidays when required.

Responsabilidades

• Go onboard ships for inspections to ensure sanitation and health standards per International Health Regulations (2005).
• Process Ship Sanitation Certificate applications and coordinate with stakeholders for inspections.
• Issue Port Health clearances or quarantine orders in line with IHR (2005).
• Process permits relating to export/import of human remains under Infectious Diseases Act/regulations.
• Investigate possible offences under Infectious Diseases Act/regulations and Hydrogen Cyanide (Fumigation) Act/regulations.
• Consolidate financial transactions in line with internal guidelines.

Conocimientos

Maritime industry experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Team player

Weekend availability

Descripción del empleo

What the role is:

We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join the Port Health Section of the Environmental Public Health Operations Group, Central Regional Office. You will play a diverse and critical role in protecting public health at Singapore’s points of entry, operating in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and engage with various stakeholders simultaneously.

What you will be working on:

Key duties vary depending on the specific area of work assigned, but may generally include:

• Going onboard the ship for inspections to ensure that the sanitation and health standards are met, as prescribed in the International Health Regulations (2005).
• Processing applications for Ship Sanitation Certificates and coordinating with relevant stakeholders to facilitate ship inspection operations.
• Evaluating and issuing Port Health clearances or Quarantine orders for inbound ships in accordance with International Health Regulations (2005).
• Processing permits relating to the Export/Import of human remains in accordance with the Infectious Diseases Act/Regulations.
• Conducting investigations into possible offence(s) under the Infectious Diseases Act/Regulations and the Hydrogen Cyanide (Fumigation) Act/Regulations.
• Consolidating financial transactions in accordance with internal guidelines.

What we are looking for:

The job might be for you if you possess the following qualities:

• A minimum of 2 years' working experience in the maritime industry would be an advantage
• Physically fit and able to withstand harsh weather conditions
• Comfortable working around water bodies and climbing heights
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Self-motivated and resourceful with strong problem-solving abilities
• Meticulous and adaptable team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to perform duties on weekends and public holidays when required

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