Senior Strategic Transport Scientist & Planner

GVT Government Technology Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore Public Service's Strategic Planning Division is seeking a Senior/Transport Scientist/Planner to analyze complex datasets, translate findings into clear insights, and collaborate across agencies to shape Singapore's transport landscape.

You will contribute to studies informing long-term planning decisions, work with modern data tools, and explore innovative planning approaches in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Social Sciences, or related disciplines.
• Experience working with large datasets or across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Comfortable working with data and have some experience in analytical or quantitative work.
• Communicate well, able to translate complex findings into clear insights for different audiences.
• A collaborative team player who can work effectively across teams and agencies.
• Curious and willing to pick up new skills and domain knowledge on the job.
• Analytical, adaptable, and eager to contribute to transport planning.
• Hands-on experience with data analysis tools or programming (e.g. Python, SQL) or mathematical/software modelling.
• Familiar with land use planning, transport planning, or related policy areas.
• Familiar with cloud platforms like AWS or Google Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to studies and assessments informing long-term planning decisions.
• Develop innovative planning tools and approaches.
• Collaborate across LTA and other government agencies to shape transport planning.

Skills

Large datasets

Stakeholder coordination

Data analysis

Clear communication

Cross-team collaboration

Curiosity

Analytical thinking

Programming (Python/SQL)

Land use/ transport planning

Cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud)

Education

Engineering/CS/Math/Social Science degree

Tools

Python

SQL

AWS

Google Cloud

Job description

The Singapore Public Service's Strategic Planning Division is seeking a Senior/Transport Scientist/Planner to analyze complex datasets, translate findings into clear insights, and collaborate across agencies to shape Singapore's transport landscape.

You will contribute to studies informing long-term planning decisions, work with modern data tools, and explore innovative planning approaches in a dynamic environment.