Meteorologist (Weather Services Division)

[What the role is]

We are looking for individuals with passion and interest in understanding and predicting the weather and climate. You will be working in a fast-paced environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time. You will provide advisories, early warnings of meteorological, environmental, and geophysical hazards to the general public and key customers such as the civil aviation sector. We are equipped with state-of-the-art computer weather prediction models and advanced weather monitoring tools such as Doppler weather radar, satellite reception systems and wind profiler radars to support forecasting operations.
You will begin your career with operational forecasting duties. Following which, you may continue to deepen expertise in operational forecasting or be rotated to work in other aspects of the meteorological service value-chain. These include managing meteorological observation networks, developing digital platforms, and overseeing the management of climate data. Together, these responsibilities integrate technical expertise, stakeholder collaboration, and data-driven innovation to enhance both forecasting operations and climate services.
Professional training in meteorology will be provided if needed. You will also have opportunities to participate in international conferences and seminars. Postgraduate scholarships in Atmospheric/Climate Science or related studies may be possible.

[What you will be working on]

The job scope of a meteorologist working within the Weather Services Division will include but not be limited to the following:

• Operational forecasting (on shift work)
• Analysing data from computer weather prediction models and meteorological observation systems such as Doppler weather radar, satellite systems and wind profilers.
• Conducting studies to advance our understanding and prediction capabilities in tropical weather and climate.
• Analysing geospatial data from computer weather prediction models and meteorological observation systems
• Performing satellite image processing, spatial and geo-statistical data analysis to gain better understanding of tropical weather.
• Designing and developing weather forecasting tools and applications for improving work processes.
• Developing and enhancing meteorological products to meet the evolving needs of stakeholders and customers such as the aviation industry.

Apart from the work in the Weather Services Division, the job scope of other aspects of the meteorological service value-chain includes:

• Managing the implementation and maintenance of meteorological observation networks, which involves conducting market research and engaging users to define system requirements, preparing and evaluating tender specifications, monitoring contractor performance, and coordinating with internal/external stakeholders and international organisations on data exchange and site installations.
• Developing and managing the product roadmap for MSS’s digital platforms, integrating meteorological data to enhance service delivery, defining product requirements with business and development teams, designing proof-of-concept solutions, monitoring product metrics and user feedback to drive improvements, and managing stakeholder relationships across government agencies and external partners.
• Managing local climate data and metadata, delivering climate products and services to public and private users, conducting quality control of observation data, analysing long-term climate trends, monitoring current local conditions, and developing software tools and dashboards to support climate analysis and reporting.

[What we are looking for]

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

• Honours degree in a relevant discipline such as Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Remote Sensing, or Geoscience. A strong foundation in physics and mathematics is essential, as these underpin the meteorological training provided.
• Good command of spoken and written English and excellent communication skills
• Good knowledge in Information Technology, with working experience in scientific programming and development of applications (preferable)
• Experience in working with remote sensing data, as well as knowledge in statistical packages or machine learning/deep learning algorithms (preferable).
• Able to perform shift work including on weekends and public holidays.

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

Applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.