Land Transport: CCP for Public Transport Professionals (Tower Transit Singapore)
Reskill your competencies to take on new job roles with good longer-term prospects
Accurate as of 14 Aug 2024
What is it?

The public transport industry is a key pillar in providing efficient and reliable rail and public bus services across Singapore. According to the Land Transport Industry Transformation Map (ITM), the demand for public transport workers will continue to grow to support the expansion of the public transport network. The Career Conversion Programme (CCP) is a Place-and-Train programme offered by Tower Transit Singapore Pte. Ltd., which aims to equip mid-career individuals with the necessary competencies to embark on a career in the public transport industry for the following roles: -

 

Tracks

Roles

Description

Bus

Bus Interchange Supervisor

Reporting to and effectively assisting the Interchange Manager, to manage the assigned interchange and the performance of their assigned group of Operations Staff, ensuring that their management leads to the company delivering a safe, punctual, reliable, cost effective and efficient services to customers.

Bus Depot Supervisor

Reporting to the Depot Operations Manager by being responsible for ensuring a safe, punctual, reliable and cost-effective delivery of services to the customers by managing the allocations of duties, identifying and communicating issues with relevant stakeholders. Depot Supervisors also ensure the safe movement of vehicles and pedestrians within the depot.

Bus Service Controller

Responsible for ensuring the safe, timely and cost-effective delivery of services by managing the flow of bus captains and vehicles along the route. Controllers also liaise with keys stakeholders such as Bus Captains, Interchange and Depot Supervisors and Engineering Team to resolve issues and restore service levels. Controllers are to ensure that the highest level of services are provided to ensure a customer centric approach is taken when dealing with irregularities.

Who can apply?

Locals who meet the following criteria may apply for the programme:

  • Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident;
  • Minimum 21 years old;
  • Graduated or completed National Service for at least 2 years prior to the point of application;
  • New job role trained under the CCP should be substantially different from previous job role, hence require reskilling for career switch;
  • Have no colour vision deficiency;
  • Be able to perform rotating shift duty, including weekends and public holidays; and
  • Be able to respond effectively to stressful or unpredictable situations.

 

*CCPs are geared towards helping mid-career individuals acquire skills to change career paths. Hence, career conversion is required when mid-career individuals undergo the CCPs.

However, individuals who have a continuous employment gap of at least 2 years prior to CCP commencement will be allowed to apply for CCP job roles similar to their previous jobs.

Beyond the criteria above, other employer-specific CCP criteria apply. For more information, please visit https://www.wsg.gov.sg/programmes-and-initiatives/career-conversion-programmes-individuals.html.


How does it work?

Successful candidates will be employed full-time by Tower Transit Singapore and will undergo facilitated classroom training and on-the-Job training (OJT) lasting between two and four months, depending on the specific job role offered to the candidate. The training will equip candidates with the knowledge and necessary skill sets required to perform their jobs effectively.

Interested individuals may apply by clicking on the button above.

Applications will be routed to Tower Transit Singapore and shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.


Contact Details

For CCP-related queries, please contact WSG’s hotline at 6883 5885 or send an email to WSG_Biz_services@wsg.gov.sg.

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