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
| Industry |
Occupation |
Recommended Requisites |
| Manufacturing - Electronics and Precision Engineering |
Firmware R&D Engineer |
Degree/MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science |
| HDD-related R&D Engineer |
Degree/MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science |
| Media Process Engineer |
Degree/MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science |
| Network Storage Engineer |
Degree/MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science |
| Wafer Fabrication Process Engineer |
Degree/MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science |
| Manufacturing - Chemicals and Biomedicals |
Chemist/Process Development Chemist |
Degree/MSc in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering |
| Electrical Engineer/Technician |
Degree/MSc in Electrical Engineering |
| Environment (Water) Engineer |
Degree/MSc in Environment Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering |
| Manufacturing - Aerospace and Marine & Offshore |
Design Engineer |
Degree/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 |
Download the Strategic and Skills-in-Demand list under the Manufacturing sector.
Construction
| Industry |
Occupation |
Recommended Requisites |
| Construction |
Civil/ Structural/ Bridge Engineer |
Masters/Degree/Diploma (Construction-related) |
| Design Engineer |
Degree/Diploma (Construction-related) |
| Geotechnical Engineer |
PhD/Masters/Degree (Construction-related) |
| Mechanical & Electrical/Aircon/Fire/Instrumentation Engineer |
Degree/Diploma (Mechanical & Electrical-related) |
| With at least 2 years of relevant experience |
| Quantity Surveyor |
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building Science, Project Facilities Management |
| Resident Technical Officer/ Engineer |
Degree/Diploma (Construction-related)* |
| Testing & Commissioning Engineer |
Degree/Diploma (Mechanical & Electrical-related) |
| With at least 3 years of relevant experience |
| Supervisor and General Foreman |
Degree/Diploma/ITE Certificate (Construction-related) |
| Crane & Hoist Operator/BC Cutter Operator/Bored Piling Operator/Drilling Operator |
Certificate of Successful Completion/Skill Evaluation Certificate (Crane-related) |
| With 5 years of relevant experience |
| Draftsman structural/ M&E/ architectural)/Autocad Operator |
Degree/Diploma/ITE Certificate in Architectural Design |
| With 2 to 5 years of relevant experience |
| Architectural Assistant/Technician |
Degree/Diploma in Architectural Design |
| With at least 2 years of relevant experience |
| Marine Investigation Diver/Specialist |
Specialised Trade Certificate in Marine/Diving |
| With 3 to 5 years of relevant experience |
| Resident Technical Officer |
Diploma (Construction-related)* |
| Jet-grouting Specialist |
Specialised Trade Certificate (Reinforced Concrete-related) |
| With 3 to 5 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.
Download the Strategic and Skills-in-Demand list under the Construction sector .
Healthcare
| Industry |
Occupation |
Recommended Requisites |
| Healthcare |
Auditory Verbal Therapist |
Degree in Audiology, Speech-Language Pathology, Education of Special Needs Children, Education, or related field |
| Clinical Audiologist |
Masters in Audiology |
| Dietician |
Degree/Diploma in Dietetics, Food Nutrition |
| Doctor |
Degree in Medicine, Surgery* |
| Medical Diagnostic Radiographer |
Degree/Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography |
| Medical/Laboratory Technologist |
Degree in Medical Science; Diploma in Biotechnology, Medical Technology |
| Nurse |
Degree/Diploma in Nursing; NITEC in Nursing** |
| Occupational Therapist |
Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy |
| Pharmacist |
Degree in Pharmacy |
| Physiotherapist |
Diploma in Physiotherapy |
| Podiatrist |
Degree in Podiatry |
| Radiation Therapist |
Diploma in Radiation Therapy |
| Respiratory Therapist |
Masters/Degree in Respiratory Therapy |
| Speech Therapist |
Masters/Degree in Speech Pathology |
* 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.
Download the Strategic and Skills-in-Demand list under the Healthcare sector .
Finance
| Industry |
Occupation |
Recommended Requisites |
| Finance |
Trust Professional |
Degree in Law, Accountancy, Banking & Finance, Economics, Business, Others |
| Shipping Financier |
Degree in Banking & Finance, Accountancy, Economics, Business, Others |
| Risk Manager & Controller |
Degree in Financial Engineering, Banking & Finance, Accountancy, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Business, Others |
| Compliance Officer |
Degree in Banking & Finance, Accountancy, Economics, Business, Others |
| Financial IT Engineer |
Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering |
| Accountant |
Degree in Accountancy, ACCA |
Download the Strategic and Skills-in-Demand list under the Finance sector.
Information Communication & Digital Media
| Industry |
Occupation |
Recommended Requisites |
| Information Communication and Digital Media |
Analyst Programmer |
Degree/Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management of Information Systems |
| Business Processing Outsourcing (BPO) Manager |
Degree/Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology; Certificate in Outsourcing Management |
| Chief Information Officer |
Degree/Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management of Information Systems |
| Database/Network and Computer Systems Administrator |
Degree/Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management of Information Systems |
| Game Producer |
Project management qualification and training
With sufficient relevant project experience |
| Game Programmer |
Degree in Computer Science |
| IT Analyst/ Architect/ Consultant |
Degree/Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management of Information Systems |
| Software Architect |
Degree/Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management of Information Systems |
| Software Engineer |
Degree/Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management of Information Systems |
| Systems Designer and Analyst |
| 2D and 3D Artist |
Degree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Animator |
Degree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Character Artist |
Degree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Character Designer |
Degree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Computer Graphic (CG) Artist |
Degree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Concept Artist |
Degree/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 Artist |
Degree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Gaffer |
NITEC in Lighting, Photography; Vocational training and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Games Designer/Level Designer |
Relevant qualifications, portfolio and experience and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Grip |
Degree in Filmmaking and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Lighting and Rendering Artist |
Degree/Diploma in Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Line Producer |
Degree/Diploma in Filmmaking and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Matchmove Artist |
Degree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Modeler and Texture Artist |
Degree/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* |
| Rigger |
Degree/Diploma in Animation and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Rotoscope Artist |
Degree/Diploma in Animation, Computer Graphics, Visual Arts and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Screenwriter/ Scriptwriter |
Degree in Creative Writing, English, Journalism and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Software Designer |
Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management of Information Systems |
| Storyboard Artist |
Degree/Diploma in Drawing Skills and/or WSQ qualification in a related field* |
| Technical Artist |
Degree 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/ Technician |
Basic formal qualification in visual effects/animation is preferred and/or WSQ qualification in a related field * |
| Visual Effects (VFX) Supervisor/ Lead |
Degree/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 Qualification (WSQ).
Download the Strategic and Skills-in-Demand list under the Information Communication and Digital Media sector.
Tourism and Retail
| Industry |
Occupation |
Recommended Requisites |
| Tourism/ Retail |
Lighting Designer |
Technical background in electrical and electronics |
| Production Manager |
Degree/Diploma in any discipline
With substantial relevant experience |
| Set Designer |
Degree in Arts (specialisation in Theatre Design or 3-D design), Architecture |
| Sound Designer |
Technical background in electrical and electronics |
| Stage Designer |
Degree in Arts (specialisation in Theatre Design or 3-D design), Architecture |
Download the Strategic and Skills-in-Demand list under the Tourism sector .
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