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Thursday, May 3, 2012

Working in Singapore!(1)

Why Singapore

      With a population of just under 5 million, Singapore is home to a multicultural local workforce of Chinese, Malay, Indian and other races. Sound workplace integration policies and a common working language have made unity and diversity prominent features of its workforce. Many companies here ensure fair working environments that reward individuals based on merit. 
       Businesses prize the Singapore workforce for its high literacy rate, competency levels, and its ability to bridge Asian and Western cultures. With over 110,000 expatriates and 7,000 multinational companies operating here, global citizens will also feel right at home forging a career in Singapore.


Strategic skills in demand


The Strategic and Skills-in-Demand List is a compilation of occupations that are key to supporting the growth of key economic sectors in Singapore. The compilation also lists the skill-sets that are expected to be in strong demand by industries in the coming years. Job-seekers may refer to this list to help them in their career planning.

The list was drawn up in consultation with the respective industries and relevant government agencies. MOM regularly updates the list to factor in labour market trends.
You can refer to the Career Compass for a description of the above occupations.
Foreigners who are interested to apply for work passes (either Employment Passes or S Passes) should take the Self-Assessment Tool prior to the submission of their applications. The self-assessment tool will provide a preliminary indication of the likelihood of obtaining the respective work passes.
You can download the full list of Strategic and Skills-in-Demand for more information.

Manufacturing

IndustryOccupationRecommended Requisites
Manufacturing - Electronics and Precision EngineeringFirmware R&D EngineerDegree/MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science
HDD-related R&D Engineer
Media Process Engineer
Network Storage Engineer
Wafer Fabrication Process Engineer
Manufacturing - Chemicals and BiomedicalsChemist/Process Development ChemistDegree/MSc in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering
Electrical Engineer/TechnicianDegree/MSc in Electrical Engineering
Environment (Water) EngineerDegree/MSc in Environment Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Automation/Process EngineerDegree/MSc in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering
QA/QC SpecialistsDegree/MSc in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Life Science
Manufacturing - Aerospace and Marine & OffshoreDesign EngineerDegree/Masters in Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace Maintenance, Avionics; Degree/Masters/PhD in Marine Engineering, Offshore Engineering, Naval Architecture, Petroleum Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Process Engineering, Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Subsea Engineering
Petroleum Engineer
Project Engineer
Reservoir Engineer
Well Engineer
Nano Engineer

Construction

IndustryOccupationRecommended Requisites
ConstructionCivil/ Structural/ Bridge EngineerMasters/Degree/Diploma (Construction-related)
Design EngineerDegree/Diploma (Construction-related)
Geotechnical EngineerPhD/Masters/Degree (Construction-related)
Mechanical & Electrical/Aircon/Fire/Instrumentation EngineerDegree/Diploma (Mechanical & Electrical-related)
With at least 2 years of relevant experience
Quantity SurveyorDegree in Quantity Surveying, Building Science, Project Facilities Management
Resident Technical Officer/ EngineerDegree/Diploma (Construction-related)*
Testing & Commissioning EngineerDegree/Diploma (Mechanical & Electrical-related)
Supervisor and General ForemanDegree/Diploma/ITE Certificate (Construction-related)
Crane & Hoist Operator/BC Cutter Operator/Bored Piling Operator/Drilling OperatorCertificate of Successful Completion/Skill Evaluation Certificate (Crane- related)
With 5 years of relevant experience
Draftsman structural/ M&E/ architectural/Autocad OperatorDegree/Diploma/ITE Certificate in Architectural Design
With 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
Architectural Assistant/TechnicianDegree/Diploma in Architectural Design
With at least 2 years of relevant experience
Jet-grouting SpecialistSpecialised Trade Certificate (Reinforced Concrete-related)
With 3 to 5 years of relevant experience
Building and Construction Project ManagerDegree/Diploma (Construction-related)
With 5 to 10 years of relevant experience
* These occupations require accreditation by the Joint Accreditation Committee of the Institution of Engineers Singapore and the Association of Consulting Engineers Singapore.

Healthcare

IndustryOccupationRecommended Requisites
HealthcareClinical AudiologistMasters in Audiology
DieticianDegree/Diploma in Dietetics, Food Nutrition
DoctorDegree in Medicine, Surgery*
Medical Diagnostic RadiographerDegree/Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography
Medical/Laboratory TechnologistDegree in Medical Science; Diploma in Biotechnology, Medical Technology
NurseDegree/Diploma in Nursing; NITEC in Nursing**
Occupational TherapistDegree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
PharmacistDegree in Pharmacy
PhysiotherapistDegree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
PodiatristDegree in Podiatry
Radiation TherapistDegree/Diploma in Radiation Therapy
Respiratory TherapistMasters/Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Speech TherapistMasters/Degree in Speech Pathology
Clinical PsychologistMasters in Clinical Psychology
Medical Social WorkerBachelor of Arts and Social Science (Major in Social Work)
DentistDegree in Dentistry
Dental Hygiene TherapistDiploma in Dental Hygiene and Therapy
Pharmacy TechnicianDiploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences
* The list of approved Degrees is available at the Singapore Medical Council website.
** A Degree/Diploma in Nursing recognised by the Singapore Nursing Board is required.

Finance

IndustryOccupationRecommended Requisites
FinanceCompliance ManagersDegree in Banking & Finance, Accountancy, Law, Economics, Business
FICS Compliance
Risk Management ManagersDegree in Financial Engineering, Banking & Finance, Accountancy, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Business
FICS Risk Management
Information Technology ProfessionalsDegree in Information Technology, Computer Science
Product ControllersDegree in Accountancy, Banking & Finance or equivalent
CPA/CA
Fixed Income, Currencies and Commodities (FICC) Sales/ TradersDegree in Accountancy, Banking & Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Business
Investment Management ProfessionalsDegree in Accountancy, Banking & Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Business
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Project Management ProfessionalsDegree in Banking & Finance, Accountancy, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Business
Research Analysts and Structurers in Shipping, Aviation, Commodities, Infrastructure Finance, Real EstateDegree in Accountancy, Banking & Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Business
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Underwriters and Actuaries in Marine Hull, Aviation, Energy, Political Risk, Terrorism and Agriculture InsuranceDegree in Actuarial Science, Accountancy, Banking & Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Business

Information Communication & Digital Media

IndustryOccupationRecommended Requisites
Information Communication and Digital MediaAnalyst ProgrammerDegree/Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management of Information Systems
Software Engineer
Database/Network and Computer Systems Administrator
System Analyst
IT/Project ManagerDegree/Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology; Certificate in Project Management, Management of Information Systems
Security ConsultantDegree/Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management of Information Systems
Solution/Software Architect
Chief Information Officer
Game ProducerProject management qualification and training
With sufficient relevant project experience
Game ProgrammerDegree in Computer Science
2D and 3D Artist Degree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Animator
Character Artist
Character Designer
Computer Graphic (CG) Artist
Concept ArtistDegree/Diploma in Art/Animation and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Director (TV/Film, Animation & Games)With at least 8 years relevant experience and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Environment ArtistDegree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
GafferNITEC in Lighting, Photography; Vocational training and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Games Designer/Level DesignerRelevant qualifications, portfolio and experience and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
GripDegree in Film-making and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Lighting and Rendering ArtistDegree/Diploma in Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Line ProducerDegree/Diploma in Film-making and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Matchmove ArtistDegree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Modeler and Texture ArtistDegree/Diploma in Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Producer (Film/TV, Animation & Games)Substantial relevant experience in both the creative and business sides of producing a show, animation or game and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Production Assistant (Animation & Games)Substantial relevant experience in both the creative and business sides of producing an animation or game and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
RiggerDegree/Diploma in Animation and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Rotoscope ArtistDegree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Screenwriter/ ScriptwriterDegree in Creative Writing, English, Journalism and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Storyboard ArtistDegree/Diploma in Drawing Skills and/or WSQ qualification in a related field*
Technical ArtistDegree in Computer Science, Graphic Art, Computer Graphics and/or WSQ qualification in a related field
With 3 to 5 years of relevant experience*
Visual Effects (VFX) Artist/ TechnicianBasic formal qualification in visual effects/animation is preferred and/or WSQ qualification in a related field *
Visual Effects (VFX) Supervisor/ LeadDegree/Diploma in Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field
With 2 to 3 years of relevant experience*
* For foreigners, a support letter from the relevant vetting authority is necessary to aid you in your application for a Work Pass. For foreigners working in local media companies, please write to the Media Development Authority prior to the submission of your application (email address: MDA_ID@mda.gov.sg). For more information on Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ), please go to http://wsq.wda.gov.sg/.

Tourism and Retail

IndustryOccupationRecommended Requisites
Tourism/RetailLighting DesignerTechnical background in electrical and electronics
Production ManagerDegree/Diploma in any discipline
With substantial relevant experience
Set DesignerDegree in Arts (specialisation in Theatre Design or 3-D design), Architecture
Sound DesignerTechnical background in electrical and electronics
Stage DesignerDegree in Arts (specialisation in Theatre Design or 3-D design), Architecture
Museum/Art Curator Degree in History, Archaeology, Anthropology, Art History, South Asian Studies, Sociology, Museum Studies
Stage Technical Crew Degree/Diploma in Technical Theatre
Art Fair Organiser/Art Dealer/Auctioneer Degree/Diploma in Arts Management, Visual Arts and Design, Art History, Performing Arts, Literary Studies
Casino SurveillanceDegree/Diploma with strong computer skills

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