Executive/Senior/Deputy Principal Engineer (Producer Responsibility Dept)

[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, Disposable Carrier Bag Charge, Mandatory Packaging and Waste Reporting schemes. It also enforces against illegal dumping activities. Through these programmes, WMD aims to achieve an efficient and sustainable waste-to-resource management system in Singapore.

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 Disposable Carrier Bag Charge and Mandatory Packaging Reporting scheme. 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 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]

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

• Degree in Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering or other relevant fields of study

• Passion for environmental protection and adept at working with corporate and public stakeholders

• Preferably 5 years of relevant experience in Sustainability, Environmental, and/or Waste Management

• Good organisation and project management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time

• Outgoing and pleasant personality; mature, independent and resourceful; highly self-motivated; patient and resilient; adaptable to diverse work scopes

• Good team player, strong interpersonal communication, writing and analytical skills

• Meticulous with an eye for detail

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint

• Competent in data analytics and experience using programming languages such as Python or R will be an added advantage