Scientific Officer

[What the role is]

The Pollution Control 2 Division (PCD2) is responsible for the formulation and implementation of operational policies to support pollution control requirements. It also regulates the noise level at construction sites and ensures that vehicular emissions are within the permissible limits.

The Pollution Control Policy Department (PCPD) in the Pollution Control 2 Division (PCD2) is involved in the review and development of policies, regulations and standards relating to air, water, land, and noise pollution to safeguard the environmental quality of Singapore. You will work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure that pollution control measures put in place remain relevant and effective. You may also be exposed to enforcement operations to facilitate policy development.

[What you will be working on]

As part of the team, you will be responsible for the following:

• Review and develop environmental policies, regulations, and standards/guidelines to manage air, water, land, and noise pollution in Singapore

• Review of Environmental Site Assessment/remediation reports which includes interpreting environmental data and risk assessment

• Review and develop environmental policies, regulations, and standards/guidelines for the safe use of recycled waste materials

• Perform research and analysis on policies, regulations and standards/guidelines relating to environmental pollution (e.g. air, water, land, and noise pollution)

• Engage relevant stakeholders (e.g. companies, industry associations and external agencies) in the development and review of environmental policies, regulations, and standards/guidelines  

• Keep abreast of developments in environmental pollution (e.g. air, water, land, noise) control in other countries

[What we are looking for]

• Degree in Science (e.g. Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology)

• At least 2 years of relevant working experience, preferably in environmental site assessment

• Good analytical, writing and communication skills

• Good team player and ability to see through assigned tasks independently

• Meticulous with an eye for details

• Skills in environmental modelling and simulation are preferred

As 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.

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