Job Description

[What the role is]

The Waste Management Division (WMD) is responsible for the regulation of the waste management industry, enforcement of illegal dumping activities, administration of the Public Waste Collection scheme, and implementation of key initiatives to address priority waste streams, such as the Extended Producer Responsibility, Mandatory Packaging Reporting, Disposable Carrier Bag Charge under the Zero Waste Master Plan. Through these programmes, WMD aims to achieve an efficient and sustainable waste-to-resource management system in Singapore.


We are seeking motivated individuals to be part of the team that oversees the management of the Public Waste Collection scheme. You will be responsible for ensuring that waste and recycling collection services provided to households and trade establishments are carried out by the appointed public waste collector according to licensing conditions and service standards.


You will also work closely with various stakeholders such as members of the public, waste collection workers and supervisors, Town Councils, Managing Agents and other Government Agencies.

[What you will be working on]

The full scope and responsibilities of the Executive/Senior Engineer under the Public Waste Collection team include:


Assessing, reviewing, and ensuring compliance with licensing conditions by Public Waste Collectors Leading and managing a group of officers to address and respond to public feedback and conducting checks and enforcement of the Public Waste Collection contracts Conducting field investigations on Public Waste Collection issues and putting up reports and recommendations to Principal and Chief Engineers Liaising and working with stakeholders such as contractors, licensees, managing agents, agencies, residents, Town Councils, industry associations, etc. Planning, implementing, assessing, and reviewing the Public Waste Collection scheme to continually improve the standards of waste management in Singapore Assisting in planning, implementing, assessing, and reviewing waste collection policies and programmes in Singapore Assisting in preparing, assessing, and reviewing public waste collection tender documents, calling tenders and evaluating tender proposals Managing compliance and enforcement frameworks for licensees Working on other tasks, projects and events as assigned

[What we are looking for]

Degree in Environmental Engineering, or related discipline IT-savvy and proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook Good critical thinking, analytical, and report writing skills submissions Good team player who is mature, independent, resourceful, and able to foster teamwork Self-driven, resilient, and always ready to strive for improvement Good interpersonal skills, like to engage with people, and able to remain patient and firm when dealing with members of public People management and supervisory skills Good verbal and written communication skills Good time management, organisational, prioritisation, and team delegation skills Flexible, adaptable, and ready to respond to operational changes Meticulous and detail-oriented Ability to make sense of and respond effectively and quickly to large volumes of emails, information, data, and written communications Relevant skills and experience in field enforcement and conduct of investigations will be advantageous Interest in waste management, environmental and sustainability issues Able and willing to work outdoors, weekends and after working hours, when required Flexible, adaptable, and ready to respond to operational changes * As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.