Join the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) - The Life-Saving Force


We are a team of elite emergency response professionals from the Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) and the Emergency Medical Service (EMS), that are dedicated to saving lives and protecting property. Join us to be part of a family that strives to safeguard and make a difference in the lives of our citizens, in both peacetime and emergency.


Lifesaving. It's Life Changing!


What the Role Is


Be the source of courage, command, and control. As a SCDF Fire and Rescue Senior Officer, you will be professionally trained to be in control of challenging rescue incidents, and battling fire, chemical, biological, and radiological threats with innovative and cutting-edge technology. You will be involved in policy development and implementation to keep Singapore a safe and emergency ready nation.


We believe in grooming our officers as leaders. Through our talent management programme, you will embark on diverse foundational postings before specializing in their unique career pathways. Mentorships, varied job exposure, and opportunities to participate in overseas missions and international learning exchanges will help to nurture your strengths and prime you for real-life challenges.


Upon joining SCDF, you can look forward to securing stable full-time employment with an enticing remuneration package. Candidates can stand to earn between $5,140 to $6,150, inclusive of monthly frontline allowances.


What we are looking for
To qualify for direct entry as a Lieutenant, you must meet the following requirements:-

• A Degree in any discipline
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Male applicants must be PES B2 and above
• Minimum 'Pass' for IPPT

Sign On Bonus


As a successful applicant, you will receive a $15,000 sign-on bonus (subject to eligibility) upon emplacement.


As valued members of SCDF, employees stand to benefit from a range of perks and privileges, including:

• Annual Increments
• Performance bonuses
• 14 to 18 days’ vacation leave (inclusive of other leave types)
• Medical and Dental Subsidies
• Employee Welfare benefits
• Yearly $700 learning and development subsidies to better support MHA’s officers’ professional and personal growth, health and well-being.
• Strategic Payment Scheme e.g. cash payouts of three months (Lieutenant and below) quantum upon reaching their 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 20, and 25 years in service.
• Invest Retirement Package - A contribution equivalent to 13.25% of your gross salary will be credited monthly into your retirement account
• Group insurance
• Obtain a Fire Safety Manager Certification

For more information, please visit the following links


SCDF Corporate Website (Career Pathway and Renumeration) - https://www.scdf.gov.sg
SCDF Career Microsite (Interactive Experience on Career Journey) - scdfcareers.sg