Continuous Improvements Specialist

Summary:

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist is responsible for driving process improvement initiatives across all departments of the terminal, focusing on operational efficiency, safety, compliance, quality, and sustainability.

The incumbent will identify, plan, and lead continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies to support a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence, while also building and managing a training system that aligns employee development initiatives with operational needs, standards, and business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute continuous improvement (CI) initiatives across terminal operations to reduce waste, enhance safety, optimize processes, and elevate quality.
• Identify process gaps and inefficiencies, drive improvements through root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, HSE, and cross-functional teams to assess systems and drive performance-enhancing improvements.
• Develop and apply CI methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, problem-solving) while fostering a culture of operational excellence and employee engagement.
• Analyze operational data and KPIs to identify trends and improvement opportunities; implement monitoring systems to track progress.
• Ensure all initiatives comply with HSEQ standards and contribute to broader business goals through benchmarking, strategic alignment, and change management.
• Support digital transformation efforts and the adoption of new technologies across the terminal.
• Design and deliver training programs on Lean and Six Sigma principles; lead workshops and coaching sessions to build internal CI capabilities.
• Act as a change agent, leading teams through system implementations while delivering high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.
Coach teams on Lean tools, behaviours and problem-solving approaches.

Required Skills:

• Must possess at least Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black belt is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management from a reputable university
• At least 3 - 5 years of Oil / Petrochemicals working experience, with at least 2 years in operational excellence related or similar in process improvement roles, preferably in industrial or bulk liquid terminal operations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau)
• Proficient in process mapping, root cause analysis, and change management.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, Lean Six Sigma / TPM
• Knowledge and experience of Operational Excellence System
• Knowledge and experience in Learning & Development system will be an advantage
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; experience with CI software and data analysis tools is an asset
• Understanding of terminal operations, safety compliance, and hazardous materials handling
Strong Team player with high collaboration to ensure successful deployment of company system

Please note:

• This position is based in Jurong Island
Official Working hours: Mon - Fri, 0830 - 1700 hours

We offer you among other things :

• Lunch is provided while in the terminal and company shuttle bus transport to and from Jurong East MRT
• Special benefits and company events organized for employees
• Employees are covered under the group insurance plan, with dependent coverage for hospitalization