Resident Technical Officer (RTO) (Night Shift)

Job Roles & Responsibilities

1. Night Shift Site Supervision

• Oversee all night-shift construction activities related to underground utilities (SPPG, Telecom, Water, Sewer).

• Ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and according to approved drawings and specifications.

• Monitor night excavation, pipe laying, duct installation, and road reinstatement.

2. Quality Control & Technical Compliance

• Check and verify pipe alignment, levels, gradient, and bedding during night operations.

• Conduct inspections for jointing, duct installation, backfilling, and compaction.

• Ensure all works comply with quality standards and authorities’ Codes of Practice.

3. Safety & Risk Management (Night Operations)

• Ensure strict compliance with WSH regulations, PTW, and safe work procedures during night works.

• Monitor high-risk activities such as deep excavation, confined space, lifting, and heavy machinery movement.

• Ensure adequate lighting, traffic safety, and safe access routes during night shift.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare night shift daily reports, inspection records, manpower & machinery logs.

• Document any issues, delays, NCRs, or safety incidents occurring during night activities.

• Provide detailed handover reports to the day-shift RTO/Engineer for continuity of work.

5. Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate with night-shift supervisors, foremen, subcontractors, traffic marshals, and utility contractors.

• Liaise with Resident Engineer (RE), Project Engineer, and authority representatives when required.

• Attend night-site inspections with consultants or authorities (SPPG, PUB, LTA, IMDA).

6. Technical Support & Problem Solving

• Identify and report technical issues such as underground utility clashes, soft ground, or alignment conflicts.

• Provide immediate support to resolve on-site challenges to avoid delays and rework.

• Ensure existing utilities are protected during night excavation.

7. Compliance & Authority Standards

• Ensure all night works comply with relevant authority requirements:

  • SPPG – Power Cables / Ducts

  • PUB – Water & Sewer

  • IMDA – Telecom Ducts

  • LTA – Road Opening & Reinstatement

• Verify proper barricading, signage, and traffic management during night operations.