NEA National Environment Agency

Senior Engineer/Deputy Principal Engineer (Producer Responsibility Department)

FULL TIME

October 9, 2024

[What the role is]

The Waste Management Division (WMD) is responsible for the regulation of the waste collection industry, the Public Waste Collection scheme, general waste disposal facilities, the Extended Producer Responsibility and Mandatory Waste Reporting schemes. Through these programmes, WMD aims to achieve an efficient and sustainable waste-to-resource management system in Singapore. It also enforces against illegal dumping activities.

The Producer Responsibility Department (PRD) oversees the development, administration and regulation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Schemes for waste streams such as E-waste and packaging waste, as well as the Mandatory Packaging Reporting (MPR) framework. It is responsible for the licensing of the Producer Responsibility Scheme (PRS) Operator and the regulation of recycling facilities under the EPR schemes. It is also responsible for the audit and verification of data submitted under the EPR and MPR schemes to ensure stakeholder confidence and integrity of the system.
[What you will be working on]

You will be part of a dynamic team that is involved in the development and implementation of e-waste management strategies and initiatives, including those under the Zero Waste Masterplan. You will be required to take on a regulatory role to ensure industry and stakeholders’ compliance to the Resource Sustainability Act on e-waste management. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work on cross departmental initiatives and projects related to e-waste; and to play a vital role in achieving Singapore’s vision of becoming a Zero Waste Nation. You will be responsible for the following:
  • Review global and local landscapes for sustainable e-waste management strategies and technologies
  • Develop and implement plans for key waste streams (i.e. e-waste)
  • Work with other departments/agencies to support national efforts on circular economy, resource optimisation and recycling
  • Work with other departments/agencies to develop and build up capabilities for the e-waste recycling industry
  • Administer and regulate Extended Producer Responsibility and related reporting schemes for e-waste
  • Conduct inspections, verification and enforcement to ensure compliance of relevant stakeholders with the Resource Sustainability Act
  • Work on the required legislative amendments for current and emerging regulated waste management systems
  • Work with other parties to roll out initiatives to improve e-waste collection by the PRS Operator
  • Manage feedback from members of public and stakeholders
  • Other duties as assigned

[What we are looking for]
  • Degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Environmental Engineering
  • At least 5 years of experience in solid waste management/sustainability/auditing
  • Passion for environmental protection and adept at working with corporate and public stakeholders
  • Outgoing and pleasant personality; independent and resourceful; highly self-motivated; adaptable to diverse work scopes
  • Integrity, team player and equipped with good interpersonal skills
  • Good analytical, communication, problem solving skills
  • Meticulous with an eye for detail
  • 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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