Mok Jia Jun
Senior Management Associate (Engineering)
Jia Jun obtained his BEng in Electrical Engineering from the National University of Singapore (NUS) in 2022.
I appreciate the diverse range of tasks and responsibilities in my role as a PSA Engineer, as it never gets boring and I’m constantly learning something new.

6:00 AM
As the saying goes, “the early bird catches the worm”, and that’s what I like to do to stay energetic and productive for my day. Bright and early, I take a five-minute walk to the MRT pick-up point and board the company shuttle that brings me directly to Tuas Port. I nap during this ride, go for a run at the office gym when I arrive, change into my uniform, have breakfast and begin my work day!
8:00 AM
A typical day starts with a “Toolbox” briefing, where my team of technicians and I distribute the daily maintenance responsibilities and highlight key safety points and procedures. I occasionally also share about the ongoings in other terminals to present a more comprehensive view. We will then further discuss our maintenance processes in detail, to identify improvement projects that can enhance terminal operations.
The rest of my morning varies depending on the priority of tasks. I might have conference calls with external vendors to discuss necessary enhancements onsite with existing equipment, or explore new equipment projects and how we can further integrate new technologies into port operations. These discussions range from system architecture design to formulating acceptance test plans.
Other mornings I’ll be with fellow engineers conducting equipment fault analysis and brainstorming enhancement projects. One such project I’m currently working on is a data visualisation project for equipment usage and performance. I appreciate the diverse range of tasks and responsibilities in my role as a PSA Engineer, as it never gets boring and I’m constantly learning something new.
The rest of my morning varies depending on the priority of tasks. I might have conference calls with external vendors to discuss necessary enhancements onsite with existing equipment, or explore new equipment projects and how we can further integrate new technologies into port operations. These discussions range from system architecture design to formulating acceptance test plans.
Other mornings I’ll be with fellow engineers conducting equipment fault analysis and brainstorming enhancement projects. One such project I’m currently working on is a data visualisation project for equipment usage and performance. I appreciate the diverse range of tasks and responsibilities in my role as a PSA Engineer, as it never gets boring and I’m constantly learning something new.
12:30 PM
Despite being situated within Tuas, lunch options are aplenty at our in-house canteen! Our friendly canteen aunties and uncles offer rotating daily-made specials and made-to-order “tze char” dishes, but more often than not, you’ll catch my colleagues and I enjoying our humble yet diverse selection of “cai fan”.
1:00 PM
To combat any food coma, I head down to the wharf (where Quay Cranes are situated) to observe maintenance works or collect empirical data. I always enjoy seeing how various individual systems come together in action, and observe the delicate intricacies involved for
operations to run smoothly through automation. During the maintenance of equipment, I also gain practical hands-on experience which allows me to better appreciate how our equipment works, how to prolong equipment operational periods, and reduce time between equipment breakdowns.
operations to run smoothly through automation. During the maintenance of equipment, I also gain practical hands-on experience which allows me to better appreciate how our equipment works, how to prolong equipment operational periods, and reduce time between equipment breakdowns.
4:30 PM
Due to the dynamic nature of port operations, the engineering team works closely with the operations team to facilitate and plan for regular maintenance of port equipment. Consistent communication and timely updates between both teams are essential to ensure that we can better plan manpower for the jobs.
Nearing the end of the work day, I’ll clear emails and read the company updates on PSA’s overseas projects and business developments. Having an open concept office allows our team to freely share candid experiences about our day as we finish up our work in a light-hearted manner.
Nearing the end of the work day, I’ll clear emails and read the company updates on PSA’s overseas projects and business developments. Having an open concept office allows our team to freely share candid experiences about our day as we finish up our work in a light-hearted manner.
6:30 PM
I’ll occasionally meet with the friends made through cross-department projects for badminton and PSA’s corporate clubhouse. Otherwise, I take the company shuttle out of Tuas, head home for dinner, and unwind with an anime episode or two.
PSA’s Global Management Associate Program (GMAP) is designed to nurture exceptional young talents who share our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability to become the next generation of global leaders.
Are you a highly driven recent graduate seeking a rewarding career in the maritime industry? Applications for PSA GMAP are now open. Join us at PSA today!
PSA’s Global Management Associate Program (GMAP) is designed to nurture exceptional young talents who share our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability to become the next generation of global leaders.
Are you a highly driven recent graduate seeking a rewarding career in the maritime industry? Applications for PSA GMAP are now open. Join us at PSA today!