Jeremy Sim
Summary
Currently working as a Senior Manager in Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and contributing towards the security and safety of Singapore Changi Airport.
Previously, I was serving as an Air Warfare Officer (AWO) in Republic of Singapore Airforce (RSAF) as a professional with over 20 years of experience in leading high-performing teams with strong culture of excellence, innovation and operational instinct. Possess strong expertise in the Radar, Tower, Command Post and Operations Centre operations. Able to manage large-scale capability development projects in support of SAF's core business. Main strengths are critical thinking, system thinking and highly developed interpersonal skill to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels within and outside the organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager
CAAS
Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 2
11.2022 - Current
- Performed 24/7 operations manning at CAAS Operations Command and Control centre (OCC)
- In charge of spearheading a C2 project and provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale towards achievement of delivery of the system
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones for Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) and delivered high-quality results.
- Established strong relationships with strategic partners like MINDEF, MHA and DSTA, ensuring long-term partnerships and achieving good results for projects.
- Led in the developmental of C-UAS issues and worked closely with MINDEF, MHA and MOT agencies on operational issues.
HEAD OF OPERATIONS (S3) RSAF
205 Squadron
12.2020 - 11.2022
- Orchestrated all Launch and Recovery Missions at Tengah Airbase
- Planned and executed Base, Command and Airforce level exercises
- Developed future plans and systems pertaining to Launch and Recovery operations
- Developed a high level of competency in Squadron's controllers and personnel.
Officer in Command (OC) BCP Support Flight (BSF) RSAF (Sembawang Airbase)
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Orchestrated Base level activities and ensured mission success for the RSAF
- Developed my people to ensure that they were conversant to execute contingency plans to ensure mission success
- Head of Community Outreach Program (COP) for Sembawang Airbase - conducted many sessions of COP sessions (in attendance of Ministers and MPs) to educate the public on the hazards of drones flying and other activities such as kite flying
- Developed contingency game plans and new structures for the Base to deal with the emerging threats of unauthorized aerial systems.
Staff Officer Experimentation Branch (Air Operations Department)
05.2016 - 12.2018
- Conducted Systematic level experimentations for the RSAF to test out new concepts and CONOPs
- Instrumental in the provision of empirical and experimental data during RSAF level exercises
- Participated in RIMPAC in Hawaii and was commended as the Best Foreign Strategic Officer for the exercise.
Officer in Command 203 Squadron
04.2013 - 05.2016
- Officer in Command (OC) in charge of ensuring the good serviceability of systems and communications
- Developed new concepts for the manpower configurations for the Squadron
- Inducted new systems for the Squadron
- Maintained the high level of competency of control for Squadron controllers and personnel.
Planning Officer (Air) Joint Operations Departure (JOD)
02.2011 - 05.2013
- As Planning Officer in JOD, was instrumental for the planning and execution of high level exercises and contingencies for the SAF
- Orchestrated several Inter-Ministries exercises and meetings for contingency planning
- Was appointed as Officer-in-Attendance (OIA) for United States SecDef Mr Chuck Hagel's visit during SLD.
Section Head Air Operations and Control Group (AOCG)
05.2009 - 01.2011
- Ensured the good management of Overseas detachments and operations under my watch
- Orchestrated the management of the APEC Leaders' landing and departure from Singapore during the meeting period
- Developed new concepts for the management of reporting of overseas operations.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Organizational Leadership
Singapore Command and Staff College
01.2020
A-Levels -
Catholic Junior College
01.1998
O Levels - Science
Saint Gabriel's Secondary school
01.1996
River Valley Primary School
01.1992
Skills
- Systemic Level thinking Able to think systemically for the organization
- Good Leadership skills Able to lead my men towards Mission Success every time
- Highly Experienced Air Traffic control controller Experience in radar operations, Tower environment, CAAS environment, Command Post operations
- Good manager of people Able to bring out the best in my people for them to realize and develop their full potential
- Meticulous in details For every mission, able to ensure that every single detail is looked into, meticulously
- Able to show empathy, when required For all surveys conducted for my Squadron, my men have provided very good testament of my leadership and ability to show empathy, and that boosted their confidence in me as a leader
Timeline
Senior Manager
CAAS
11.2022 - Current
HEAD OF OPERATIONS (S3) RSAF
205 Squadron
12.2020 - 11.2022
Officer in Command (OC) BCP Support Flight (BSF) RSAF (Sembawang Airbase)
01.2018 - 12.2019
Staff Officer Experimentation Branch (Air Operations Department)
05.2016 - 12.2018
Officer in Command 203 Squadron
04.2013 - 05.2016
Planning Officer (Air) Joint Operations Departure (JOD)
02.2011 - 05.2013
Section Head Air Operations and Control Group (AOCG)
05.2009 - 01.2011
Graduate Diploma - Organizational Leadership
Singapore Command and Staff College
A-Levels -
Catholic Junior College
O Levels - Science
Saint Gabriel's Secondary school
River Valley Primary School