Job Description

What the role is:The role will be responsible for providing the Concept of Operations (CONOPS), use cases, horizon scanning, conceptualisation outcomes, and work with Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) to deliver digital platforms/gateways that enable connectedness to premises' Smart Building Management Systems, Fire Safety Systems to SCDF. The officer advances a robust digital infrastructure that supports SCDF's operational needs, enhances collaboration and data utilisation, and positions the organisation as a frontrunner in leveraging digital platforms for public safety and emergency response. This is a 2 year contract.What you will be working on:1. Partner external stakeholders and HTX on developing detailed CONOPS to integrate smart fire safety systems and smart building management systems to enhance early warning and response capabilities to detect and interpret threats in real-time, enabling a faster response by SCDF as incidents unfold. 2. Drive CONOPS implementation for a network that automates remote monitoring of fire risks in buildings and premises using edge sensors, Internet of Things (IoT), and self-diagnostic buildings. 3. Collaborate with external stakeholders and on utilising technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and digital twins to transmit live data from premises. 4. Lead the development and implementation of a cohesive digital platform strategy, ensuring seamless integration and interoperability of various digital systems and tools used across SCDF. 5. Drive the adoption of standardised digital platforms, leading to improved efficiency, data sharing, and collaboration among different departments and units within SCDF. 6. Facilitate the deployment of scalable and adaptable digital platforms, enabling SCDF to quickly adapt to evolving technological trends and operational needs. 7. Enable SCDF to leverage emerging technologies and innovations more effectively, positioning the organisation as a leader in leveraging digital platforms for public safety and emergency response.What we are looking for:1. A bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, such as Info-comms technology; Computer/Computing Science; Computer/Computing Engineering; and Digital Engineering Studies. 2. An open mind with the willingness to take an iterative approach to prototyping and experimentation, when working with ops users to seek solutions to issues. Persuasive when overcoming resistance to change, and persistent in sustaining conversations on the necessity of embracing Ops-Tech. 3. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to be mobile, network, articulate and drive SCDF's digital initiatives to various audiences and key stakeholders. 4. Ability to handle multiple projects and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Candidates with experience in project management will be preferred.About MHA - Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF):The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) is a uniformed organisation under the purview of the Ministry of Home Affairs. The main role of SCDF is to provide fire-fighting, rescue and emergency ambulance services; mitigating hazardous materials incidents, as well as formulate, implement and enforce regulations on fire safety and civil defence shelter matters. In 1982, the National Civil Defence Plan was launched which spearheaded the emergency preparedness for the nation. With the enactment of the Civil Defence Act in 1986, the SCDF was established as an independent organisation under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). In the same year, the Hotel New World collapse paved the way for joint operations between the SCDF and Singapore Fire Service (SFS). Due to the similarity in roles and functions, the SCDF and SFS were formally integrated on 15 April 1989. Over the years, the SCDF has improved its life saving operations through innovations and programmes to enhance her fire-fighting, rescue capabilities and public education plans. The Light Fire Attack Vehicle (The Red Rhino) and Tracked Fire-Fighting Vehicle are some of the customized solutions which the force has developed to increase its operational capabilities. The SCDF also actively engages the local community through its wide-ranging public educational programmes and community-based activities to enhance the resilience and emergency preparedness of the civilian population. Today, the Force is recognised by the population as a professional body of well-trained officers and men geared to respond to all types of life-threatening emergencies round-the-clock. An operationally ready SCDF, working hand-in-hand with a prepared and resilient population, helps to ensure that the nation is capable of handling any untoward eventualities.

Singapore Civil Defence Force