What the role is

Licensing & Environmental Assessment Department (LEAD) under Development Control and Licensing Division (DCLD) manages the environmental and public health licensing function of NEA. The department also supports policy and licence fee reviews, licensing system developments and service delivery initiatives. You will be responsible for supporting the daily operations of the hazardous substances and waste management licensing regimes which include processing and assessing licence applications as well as managing enquires on licensing-related matters. You will also work with fellow colleagues within the same department as well as across other departments in administering the licensing regimes.

What you will be working on

The job responsibilities also include the following:

• Process and assess hazardous substances and waste management licence applications and other supporting documents
• Assist and guide the applicants in their licence applications
• Attend to and manage enquiries on licensing-related matters
• Collate and update licensing records
• Work closely with colleagues within the same department and across other departments in administering the licensing regimes

What we are looking for

The job might be for you if you possess the following qualities:

• Diploma in Science (Chemistry) or Chemical Engineering
• Some knowledge of environmental legislations
• Good customer service, with some experience in handling difficult customers
• Good literacy in computer systems and proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Microsoft Excel
• Highly self-motivated and committed
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Mature, independent and resourcefu
• Able to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skill
• Meticulous and analytical
• Team player
• As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

To apply, please proceed to https://sggovterp.wd102.myworkdayjobs.com/PublicServiceCareers/job/NEA-HQ-ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING/Assistant-Engineering-Manager--Licensing---Environmental-Assessment-Department-_JR-10000031914