Job Description

What the role is:The Environmental Monitoring & Modelling Division (EMMD) puts in place and manages a comprehensive air and water quality monitoring programmes to ensure that the air and water quality are effectively monitored. The division also enables policies to be formulated to improve air and water quality. You will be part of the Modelling & Instrumentation Department (MID) in EMMD. The Environmental Monitoring Instrumentation Branch within MID is responsible for ensuring that our air and water quality monitoring equipment and systems run smoothly to continuously provide accurate and timely air and water quality data. The Branch is also responsible for setting up the new air quality supersites and conducting trials to test and assess new and emerging air and water monitoring technologies.What you will be working on:As part of the Environmental Monitoring Instrumentation Branch, you will provide administrative and technical support to the Engineers and will be responsible for the following:Support the engineer in managing the current water quality monitoring stations, including preparing and calling of quotations and/or tenders and managing the performance of contractorsSupport the engineer in solving issues relating to the water quality monitoring stationsWork with the engineer to design and implement the next generation water quality monitoring stationsProvide technical support for the deployment of EMMD\'s air and water quality system, or for air and water quality samplingAssist in analyses of water or air quality dataWork with the air and water quality monitoring branches on projects related to air and water quality monitoringWhat we are looking for:Diploma in Environmental/Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical EngineeringPreferably 5 years of working experience in modelling-related workSelf-motivating and driven to learn, innovate and improve processesDemonstrate ability to work both individually and as part of a teamGood analytical and thinking skills, and demonstrate ability to solve problems and think out of the boxGood command of spoken and written EnglishAs part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.Applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.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 liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations. For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg

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