The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) champions the development of an excellent built environment for our community and our future generation. We strive to shape a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment for Singapore. We are looking for resourceful, energetic and self-motivated individuals who are inspired to play an active role to make a difference to Singapore’s built environment. If you share our passion and vision, we invite you to join us.

CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS
(BUILDING ENGINEERING DIVISION)

You will be part of the team that process and approve structural plans and calculations of the buildings submitted by professional engineers and accredited checkers. You are required to perform audit checks on selected structures, conduct construction site checks and take proactive actions to prevent damages to adjacent properties. You are also expected to investigate into complaints on buildings that are dangerous and assess their structural integrity and safety.

Requirements

• A degree in civil/structural engineering, preferably with MSc.
• A practising professional engineer registered with the Professional Engineers Board or those in the process of applying for registration.
• Experienced in the use of structural design software.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
(ENFORCEMENT & STRUCTURAL INSPECTION DEPARTMENT, SPECIAL FUNCTIONS DIVISION)

You will be part of the team that administer periodic structural inspection of existing buildings. You are required to process reports submitted by professional engineers, perform site inspections and carry out enforcement actions against non-compliance with dangerous building order and unauthorised building works or structures. You are also expected to deal with other building control and regulatory functions.

Requirements

• A degree in civil/structural engineering, preferably with MSc.
• A practising professional engineer registered with the Professional Engineers Board with at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

SENIOR DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
(STRATEGIC MATERIALS DEPARTMENT, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIVISION)

You will play a major role in ensuring the adequacy of the supply of construction materials and dormitories for foreign construction workers. You will be responsible for planning and implementing strategies in the respective areas. This includes identifying, securing and developing suitable sites as well as managing the developed sites.

Requirements

• A degree in civil/structural engineering.
• At least 3-5 years related experience, preferably in planning and execution of construction projects.
• Strong analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to multi-task in an extremely fast-paced environment.
• Class 3 driving license is an added advantage.

SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
(COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT, CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT DIVISION)

You will be part of a dynamic team to plan and execute corporate communications work, including media relations, corporate relations, preparation of speeches, publication of newsletter and annual report, and developing the corporate website.

Requirements

• A degree in mass communications or equivalent.
• At least 3 - 5 years related experience, preferably in corporate communications work.
• Strong writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dynamic, self-motivated and a team player.
• Creative and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Resourceful with good organizational and planning skills, and an eye for detail.

LEGAL OFFICER
(LEGAL UNIT, CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT DIVISION)

You will provide overall legal support to BCA on regulatory issues as well as legal advice in the area of general corporate and commercial contracts. Your responsibilities include assisting the various divisions in the initial drafting and proposed amendments to the Statutes and Regulations under the purview of BCA; providing legal advice in the enforcement of the said Statutes and Regulations; drafting, reviewing and providing sound legal advice on a broad range of corporate and commercial contracts (including tenders); developing and setting in place internal legal processes and guidelines for the various divisions.

Requirements

• A good honours degree with 1-5 years PQE in private practice or in-house and is called to the Singapore Bar or other Commonwealth jurisdictions.
• Corporate work experience would be an advantage.
• A positive attitude, good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
• Possess strong analytical skills and be able to provide sound legal advice.
• Able to work independently as well as effectively as a team.

TECHNICAL OFFICERS
(BUILDING ENGINEERING DIVISION)

Your key role is to assist engineers to process the structural plans submitted by professional engineers, to conduct site checks at construction sites and to carry out site investigation pertaining to feedback from the public. You are also expected to assist the office in general administrative duties relating to regulatory services.

Requirements

• A diploma in civil/structural engineering.
• At least 3-4 years working experience in civil and structural engineering works.
• Experienced in the use of various structural analysis software is essential.

TECHNICAL OFFICERS
(ENFORCEMENT & STRUCTURAL INSPECTION DEPARTMENT, SPECIAL FUNCTIONS DIVISION)

Your key role is to administer and process periodic structural inspection of existing buildings which includes monitoring and documentation. You are required to assist engineers in Inspection and enforcement actions against unauthorised building works or structures and other building control and regulatory functions.

Requirements

• A building-related diploma; preferably in civil & structural.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in building works.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

TESTING OFFICERS
(SKILLS CERTIFICATION DEPARTMENT, MANPOWER & STRATEGIC POLICY DIVISION)

Work Location : BCA Academy

You will be part of the team conducting skills testing for construction workers.

Requirements

• A registered crane operator with min 'O' level with at least 6 years of relevant crane operation experience or;
• A holder of certified welder inspector certificate or AWS 6G welding certificate with at least 2 years site experience in welding works.

The BCA Academy, located at 200 Braddell Road, is the education and research arm of BCA. The Academy provides a full range of professional and technical training, research and development and serves as a national education and building technology hub for the delivery of an excellent built environment.

LECTURERS
(SCHOOL OF BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT)

Your key role is to conduct Diploma and Certificate training programmes. You will also assist in reviewing curriculum and collaborate with external expertise on new training programmes.

Requirements

• A degree in one of the core areas: 1) computer engineering; 2) electrical engineering; 3) mechanical engineering / building services; 4) landscape architecture; or 5) arts (majoring in english language).
• Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative and able to multitask in a fast paced environment.

LECTURER
(SCHOOL OF GRADUATE & MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT)

Your key role is to co-ordinate executive training programmes, to develop training curricula, conduct training and to oversee training collaboration with external expertise / institutions.

Requirements

• A degree in mechanical engineering, building services or sustainable development.
• At least 3 years related experience, preferably with some experience working in green building projects or in building energy services works.
• Strong writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative and able to multitask in a fast paced environment.
• Those with post-graduate degrees in related field are welcome to apply.

WSH OFFICERS
(SCHOOL OF BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT)

Your key role is to conduct and oversee safety and workers training programmes. You will also assist in reviewing curriculum and collaborate with external expertise on new training programmes.

Requirements

• A recognised WSH Officer.
• A construction-related degree.
• Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative and able to multitask in a fast paced environment.

LIBRARIAN
(SCHOOL OF BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT)

Your key role is to build up the library collection and enhance its infrastructure to make the library a friendly resource centre for students and the building industry. This includes identifying and implementing new learning modes for students and industry practitioners.

Requirements

• A degree in library science or a post-graduate diploma in library science or other relevant qualification.
• Familiar with library software and IT-savvy.
• Passionate in serving the users and helping people to develop their knowledge.
• Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills.

TRAINING OFFICER - SCAFFOLD ERECTION
(SCHOOL OF BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT)

You will be part of a team conducting construction-related skills training programmes.

Requirements

• A construction-related diploma/certificate.
• Experienced in scaffold erection.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

GALLERY LIAISON OFFICER
(BCA GALLERY)

You will provide operational support for the BCA Gallery. Your responsibilities include attending to Gallery enquiries, scheduling visits, preparing marketing brochures and serve as the guide to visitors for the Gallery tour.

Requirements

• A diploma with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experienced in media/marketing/PR communications is an advantage.
• Highly driven with good analytical, communication, public speaking and interpersonal skills.
• Able to multi-task, work independently and effectively as a team member in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to speak fluent English and Mandarin as the officer is required to conduct guided tours in English and Mandarin.

Successful candidates will be offered contract employment. The remuneration package offered shall commensurate with qualification and experience.

Application Details

Closing Date: 5 Sep 08