Resident Technical Officer – Coastal Projects

About the role

We are looking for a Resident Technical Officer (RTO) to lead site supervision on a coastal development project on an offshore island in Singapore. The role involves overseeing land reclamation, marine construction, and related coastal works while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily site activities, ensuring adherence to specifications, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Assist the Resident Engineer in managing progress, quality control, and safety enforcement.
• Monitor project milestones, inspect works, and maintain detailed records of materials, vessel movements, and equipment usage.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, and authorities to coordinate work plans and secure necessary approvals.
• Review technical submissions, method statements, risk assessments, and variation orders, providing verification and recommendations.
• Conduct safety audits, oversee defect rectifications, and manage final handovers.
• Operate drones and remote‑operated vehicles for site documentation (training provided).
• Support administrative tasks such as report preparation, document control, and progress tracking.

Required profile

• Accredited Resident Technical Officer (RTO) by IES/ACES.
• Minimum 3 years of site supervisory experience, including at least 2 years in land reclamation, marine construction, or coastal development.
• Strong English communication and report‑writing abilities.
• Eligibility to pass internal security clearance by the employer and Singapore government.

Required skills

• Drone operation and remote‑operated vehicle (ROV) handling.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and scheduling software.
• Use of IT tools for documentation and reporting.
• Knowledge of marine operations, dredgers, barges, and Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) regulations.

What we offer

• A collaborative, innovative workplace that values talent, hard work, and teamwork.
• Opportunities to make a positive impact on large‑scale coastal infrastructure projects.