Senior/Executive Scientific Officer (Tuas South Incineration Plant)

National Environment Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental agency in Singapore is seeking a scientific officer to support operations at the Tuas South Incineration Plant. Responsibilities include ensuring laboratory and treatment plant operations, managing data compliance, conducting tests on samples, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry and ideally some lab experience. The role offers opportunities for growth in a vibrant team focused on sustainability and public health.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of working/internship experience in a laboratory or water treatment plant.
• Pleasant personality; mature, independent, and resourceful.
• Highly self-motivated, patient, resilient, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate and analyse data for process quality control.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of samples collected.
• Conduct tests on process samples to ensure compliance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Good communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry / Chemistry and Biological Chemistry

Job description

What the role is:

The Tuas South Incineration Plant (TSIP) is responsible for the incineration of waste and the heat generated from the incineration process is recovered to produce electricity. You will be part of a team in TSIP to support the incineration process by ensuring the smooth operation of the laboratory and that the water treatment plant produces high purity demineralised water for use by the boilers for the heat recovery process.

What you will be working on:

You will work as a scientific officer in Tuas South Incineration Plant to ensure the laboratory, treatment plants and its auxiliary equipment are operating smoothly, safely and efficiently. You will be responsible for the following:

• Consolidate and analyse data for process quality control; manage laboratory records and submission of data to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulatory requirements
• Ensure proper storage, transportation, handling, and disposal of samples collected, as well as calibration and regular maintenance is carried out on equipment as per standing operating procedure/ equipment manufacturer’s recommended practice
• Conduct tests on process samples, emissions/effluents to ensure test results meet acceptable range in accordance to established procedures
• Develop and implement preventive equipment maintenance schedules taking into account needs on ad‑hoc basis
• Procurement of goods and services, tracks inventory, monitors and evaluates contractor’s work performance, and administer the contracts for the smooth operation of laboratory and water treatment plant
• Assist in the formulation, preparation / revision of standard operating and safety procedures, laboratory testing and plant emergencies procedures
• Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry / Chemistry and Biological Chemistry
• Preferably 6 months to 1 year of working/internship experience in a laboratory, or operation of water treatment plant of a chemical process plant / power plant
• Pleasant personality; mature, independent and resourceful; highly self‑motivated; patient and resilient; adaptable to diverse work scopes
• Integrity and good interpersonal and presentation skills
• Analytical with good writing, communication and problem solving skills
• Ability to lead, interact and foster team work
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• 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 livable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations. For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg