Senior Regulatory Scientist: Radiation Safety & Compliance

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Environment Agency (Singapore) is seeking a Senior Scientific Officer within the Ionising Radiation Control Department. You will enforce radiation safety regulations and advance Singapore’s radiation protection framework through regulatory oversight and technical guidance.

You will administer the Radiation Protection Act, review licensee EPR plans, perform site inspections, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in safety standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physics or radiation-related discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in ionising radiation, radiation protection, or EPR.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to work efficiently and meet tight deadlines.
• Able to adapt to changes and have a positive work attitude.
• Knowledge in legal and regulatory matters would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Administering the Radiation Protection Act and its Regulations, and ensuring regulatory compliance across all radiation users
• Establishing regulatory requirements and guidelines for licensees’ on-site Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) plans, and reviewing plans to ensure compliance and adequacy
• Reviewing and enhancing the regulatory regime through benchmarking and analysis of international best practices
• Evaluating radiation protection, security, transport and radioactive waste management plans for compliance with regulatory requirements
• Developing regulatory policies, guidance and technical documents for the safe and secure use of radiation in industrial and medical facilities
• Conducting site inspections, investigating regulatory issues, and providing technical advice on radiation protection matters
• Collaborating with industry stakeholders, international organisations, consultants as well as local and foreign government agencies

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Presentation skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Deadline-driven

Education

Physics or related discipline degree

Job description

The National Environment Agency (Singapore) is seeking a Senior Scientific Officer within the Ionising Radiation Control Department. You will enforce radiation safety regulations and advance Singapore’s radiation protection framework through regulatory oversight and technical guidance.

You will administer the Radiation Protection Act, review licensee EPR plans, perform site inspections, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in safety standards.