Water Treatment Operations Engineer – Data-Driven

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Service Division is seeking an Assistant Engineer / Senior Assistant Engineer (Operations) to support the day-to-day operation of Choa Chu Kang Waterworks. You will assist shift operators, monitor water quality data and coordinate contractor activities to maintain safe, reliable plant operations.

This role emphasizes data-driven improvements, collaboration with maintenance, engineering and regulators, and adherence to SOPs, WSH regulations and Permit-to-Work processes to ensure consistent

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical) or equivalent.
• Experience in water treatment or process plant operations is advantageous.
• Familiarity with contract administration or contractor coordination is advantageous.
• Knowledge of SCADA or data analysis tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support shift operators in day-to-day operation of water treatment plants and assist in site inspections to ensure SOPs, WSH regulations and Permit-to-Work compliance.
• Review water sampling and lab results, monitor plant performance data and ensure water quality aligns with WHO, USEPA and EPH guidelines.
• Analyse operational data and water quality trends to identify anomalies and prepare KPI reports for management.
• Administer operations-related contracts, coordinate contractor works on-site, and manage associated documentation including payments and procurement records.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and operations teams, regulators and vendors to get tasks done effectively.
• Contribute to process improvement and review of SOPs to enhance plant efficiency and support follow-up actions from incidents.

Skills

Water treatment operations

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Safety compliance

Education

Diploma in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical)

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Public Service Division is seeking an Assistant Engineer / Senior Assistant Engineer (Operations) to support the day-to-day operation of Choa Chu Kang Waterworks. You will assist shift operators, monitor water quality data and coordinate contractor activities to maintain safe, reliable plant operations.

This role emphasizes data-driven improvements, collaboration with maintenance, engineering and regulators, and adherence to SOPs, WSH regulations and Permit-to-Work processes to ensure consistent