Marine Safety Investigator

Ministry of Transport

Permanent/Contract

Closing in 2 day(s)

What the role is

At the Ministry of Transport (MOT), we spearhead developments in Singapore's land, sea and air transport sectors to advance Singapore's economic competitiveness and Singaporeans' quality of life. We seek dynamic, analytical and committed individuals to join our able MOT team in realising the vision of a world-class transportation system and a global interconnected hub.
If you share our vision and possess the qualities we seek, join us

What you will be working on

The Transport Safety Investigation Bureau of Singapore (TSIB) is the independent investigation authority in Singapore responsible to the Ministry of Transport for the safety investigations of air, marine and rail accidents and incidents. The TSIB is looking for motivated and versatile Singapore citizens with dedication, diligence, patience and perseverance to join us.
As a Marine Safety Investigator, you are responsible for carrying out marine casualty/incident investigations undertaken by the TSIB. The investigation tasks include accessing casualty/incident site (travelling is expected), planning the investigation, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, conducting investigation meetings, reporting on progress of investigation, identifying safety issues, determining the causal or contributing factors, making safety recommendations, and writing clear and robust investigation reports.
You will also be involved in or responsible for operational planning, developing investigation procedures, updating investigation legislation, conducting investigation training, organising investigation logistics, procuring investigation equipment, researching into developments in investigation techniques, preparing discussion/policy papers and promoting safety to the maritime industry.

What we are looking for

Possess appropriate professional qualifications from a marine or nautical institution and relevant seagoing experience as a certificated ship officer holding or having held as a minimum a Certificate of Competency (COC) Marine Engineer Officer or Deck Officer Class 1, and have maintained your technical knowledge of ships and their operation since gaining the certificate of competency; or
Possess expertise in naval architecture, marine or offshore engineering or workplace safety and health in the marine environment.
You are expected to have a good knowledge and understanding of International Conventions and Codes affecting safety of ships, navigation, and pollution prevention. Knowledge of Singapore legislations governing the safe operation of the port will be beneficial.
Candidates with relevant experience at supervisory level or in marine casualty/incident investigation, and in particular with marine electronics and/or forensic data recovery experience will have an advantage.
You should have an open, inquisitive mind, and be capable of objective, analytical and critical thinking. You need to be a team player and have good interpersonal, communication, leadership and planning skills. You should have an interest in technical matters and safety issues that go beyond your specialty areas.

About Ministry of Transport

The Mission of Ministry of Transport is to develop Singapore's land, sea and air transport sectors so as to enhance our economic competitiveness and quality of life in a knowledge-based economy. MOT oversees the development and regulation of the following sectors:
• Civil Aviation and Air Transport
• Maritime and Ports
• Land Transport
Besides providing an efficient and cost-effective transportation in Singapore, it also strives to make Singapore an international civil aviation and maritime centre for the region.
The ministry sets the strategic and policy direction while operations and regulatory works are carried out by the statutory boards under its charge. There are four statutory boards which are established by Acts of Parliament: the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), the Land Transport Authority (LTA), the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Public Transport Council (PTC). The ministry also oversees the operation of the Transport Safety Investigation Bureau (TSIB).

About your application process

This job is closing in 2 day(s).

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and for other roles within Ministry of Transport or the wider Public Service.