Tan Yong Xiang
Summary
Developed skills in structured and high-stakes maritime environment, demonstrating exceptional leadership and strategic planning abilities. Transitioning into new field, leveraging expertise in project management and team coordination. Focused on making meaningful impact and driving success in diverse environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Naval Safety Inspectorate (Education Department)
Republic of Singapore Navy
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Led the production of educational publications for the entire Republic of Singapore Navy.
- Revitalized the planning and execution of safety events, including the annual safety meeting and motorcyclist seminar, resulting in increased engagement.
- Collaborated with external agencies (RSAF, SCDF, SPF) and developed multiple incident case studies.
Naval Personnel Department (Operations Department)
Republic of Singapore Navy
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Contributed to the planning and execution of IMDEX, a multinational naval exercise involving 51 naval delegates and navy chiefs.
- Represented the department in the digitalization of doctrine and manpower schedules in conjunction with SAF and RSAF.
- Served as a chaperone for ministers during the National Day Parade.
Naval Officer
Republic of Singapore Navy
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed the ship's schedule and daily operations
- Trained and educated ship ratings through physical activities and presentations
- Led the planning of flotilla retreats and ship events
- Qualified as Officer of the Watch, leading a team of ship crew during duty
Education
Bachelor of Social Science - Politics, Law & Economics, Sustainable futures, Sustainability Management
SINGAPORE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY
05.2026
Diploma in Food and Beverage Business - Food and Beverage Business
NANYANG POLYTECHNIC
05.2019
Skills
- Leadership
- Community Service
- Operational planning
- Problem solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Planning & Organization
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Canva
Accomplishments
- NTUC Education Award
- SAF Academic Award
- Nanyang Polytechnic Certificate of Merit recipent
- Nanyang Polytechnic Dilmah Gold Medalist
- Ningbo International Young Chef 1st Runner up winner and Gold Medalist
- Abu Dhabi Alen Thong Golden Coffee Pot Young Chefs Challenge Champion and Gold Medalist
- Penang Battle of the Chef Silver Medalist
Awards
- NTUC Education Award
- SAF Academic Award
- Nanyang Polytechnic Certificate of Merit recipient
- Nanyang Polytechnic Dilmah Gold Medalist
- Ningbo International Young Chef 1st Runner up winner and Gold Medalist
- Abu Dhabi Alen Thong Golden Coffee Pot Young Chefs Challenge Champion and Gold Medalist
- Penang Battle of the Chef Silver Medalist
Skills Interests
Leadership, Community Service, Problem solving, Planning & Organization, Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Canva, English, Chinese, Hokkien, First Aid Trained, Fire Fighting Trained
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Fire Fighting Certification
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hokkien
Advanced (C1)
Malay
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Naval Safety Inspectorate (Education Department)
Republic of Singapore Navy
05.2024 - 08.2024
Naval Personnel Department (Operations Department)
Republic of Singapore Navy
05.2023 - 08.2023
Naval Officer
Republic of Singapore Navy
12.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Social Science - Politics, Law & Economics, Sustainable futures, Sustainability Management
SINGAPORE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY
Diploma in Food and Beverage Business - Food and Beverage Business
NANYANG POLYTECHNIC
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