Emergency Response Contact Centre Agent

About the role

Terra Systems Pte Ltd is hiring for the position of Emergency Response Contact Centre Agent to support a National Crisis & Emergency Hotline Operations Centre. This role is offered under the Workforce Singapore (WSG) Mid-Career Pathways Programme (MCPP) , a structured 4-month traineeship designed to equip mature mid-career individuals (aged 40 and above) with the skills and experience needed to build a long-term career in emergency contact centre operations. Upon satisfactory completion of all training requirements and the MCPP attachment, candidates will be offered full-time permanent employment with Terra Systems. Training Period & Commitment On-the-Job Training (OJT) 15 June 2026 - 3 July 2026 Total MCPP Duration 4 months Training Allowance S$2,400 per month (CPF is not applicable during the training period) One-Time Sign-On Bonus S$500 upon successful completion of the 4 month MCPP duration Post-MCPP Employment Full-time permanent, subject to satisfactory performance ⚠️ Important: During the OJT and MCPP duration, trainees are required to strictly adhere to the training hours at the Operations Centre. Attendance and punctuality are critical operational requirements given the life-safety nature of the emergency hotline.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound emergency calls on the National Crisis & Emergency Hotline, conducting call triage and coordinating appropriate emergency response in accordance with the client's protocols
• Maintain composure and professionalism when managing time-critical, high-stress calls from distressed members of the public
• Accurately document all emergency interactions and incident reports in real time using the call management system
• Adhere strictly to the client's standard operating procedures, Official Secrets Act (OSA) obligations and data protection requirements
• Report for duty at least 15 minutes before shift commencement
• Shift Schedule
• After training, this role operates on a 24/7 rotating 4-shift cycle inclusive of weekends and public holidays:
• Day Shift: 0815 hrs - 2015 hrs
• Night Shift: 2015 hrs - 0815 hrs (next day)
• Rest Days: 2 days per 4-day cycle
• Deployment location: SCDF UBI
• Training Requirements
• Minimum 90% attendance of the 3-week training is mandatory
• Trainees must achieve a minimum score of 85% in the client's end-of-training assessment to proceed to deployment
• Candidates who score between 80%-84% may, at the client's discretion, undergo an additional week of training with re-assessment
• Candidates who do not meet the minimum score after all permitted re-assessments will not proceed to deployment and the traineeship will lapse
• Who We Are Looking For
• Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents aged 40 and above (MCPP eligibility requirement)
• Able to commit to a 24/7 rotating shift schedule including nights, weekends and public holidays
• Strong verbal communication skills with a calm, composed demeanour under pressure
• Meticulous with data entry and able to maintain accuracy during live emergency calls
• Willing to sign the Official Secrets Act (OSA) Declaration and comply with all client security and confidentiality requirements
• Must be able to obtain and maintain client security clearance (employment is contingent on clearance approval)
• Prior contact centre or customer service experience is advantageous but not required
• What Happens After MCPP
• Upon successful completion of the 4-month traineeship and meeting all performance requirements, you will be offered a full-time permanent employment contract as a Emergency Response Contact Centre Agent with the following benefits:
• Attractive salary with shift allowance and variable component
• Annual leave, medical and dental benefits
• Long-term career development within Terra Systems' growing contact centre operations

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