What the role is
As Specialist/Senior Specialist (Sustainable Water & Resources) of Technology & Engineering Department, you are part of the team to drive applied research, technology translation and deployment in emerging and cross-cutting technology domains, align technology roadmaps with PUB’s Water Master Plan, and work with Operations departments to resolve operational issues and future challenges.
What you will be working on
Your main roles and responsibilities include but not limited to the following:
• Keep abreast of global latest technological trends and develop deep technical expertise in emerging and cross-cutting domains relevant to PUB’s needs including decarbonisation and carbon management
• Initiate R&D projects with research collaborators and carry out technical evaluation of R&D proposals or new technologies to assess feasibility, scalability and suitability in meeting PUB/Singapore’s current and future needs.
• Closely manage R&D projects with multiple stakeholders to ensure the projects meet their objectives, deliverables and timeline and enable timely translation and deployment to deliver operational, environmental and economic value to PUB/Singapore.
• Support the development and deployment of technologies in decarbonisation particularly in carbon capture, utilisation and storage within the water sector
• Support the structuring and implementation of initiatives that strengthen the pathway from research to deployment, including pilots, validation platforms and industry engagement
• Quantify the outcomes of R&D investments through Return on Investment (ROI), Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA) and where relevant, carbon abatement and sustainability impact metrics
• Develop and manage key partnerships with international organisations and external stakeholders to advance technology development and deployment.
• Support the development of technology roadmaps and strategic planning for funding initiatives, with inputs from multiple stakeholders.
What we are looking for
• Degree in Engineering
• Candidates with at least 2 years’ relevant experience, practical knowledge and/or deep expertise in the area of carbon capture, utilisation and storage.
• Good writing and communication skills
• Self-motivated and passion in building technical expertise
• Strong analytical and systematic thinking
• Works well independently and also a resourceful team player
Work Location: PUB WaterHub, 80 Toh Guan Road East, Singapore (608575)
About PUB, The National Water Agency
PUB is an organisation that is recognised internationally for good water management. PUB won the 2007 Stockholm Industry Water Award and was named Water Agency of the Year 2006 in the international Global Water Awards. In 2008, PUB was awarded the Singapore Quality Award for business excellence. NEWater, Singapore’s high-quality reclaimed water, also clinched the ‘Environmental Contribution of the Year’ at the Global Water Awards 2008. At PUB, the national water agency, you will enjoy opportunities to build a clear future for the water industry.
