Salary: HK$19,120 per month
Entry Requirements:Candidates should have –
(a) completed the first year of a two-year full-time Higher Diploma programme in Analytical Science offered by the Vocational Training Council (VTC) in 2025/2026 and obtained a pass in study; and
(b) met the language proficiency requirements of “Level 2” or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) or the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent [Note (1)].
Note:
(1) For appointment purpose, “Grade E” in Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B) in the HKCEE before 2007 is accepted administratively as comparable to “Level 2” in Chinese Language and English Language in the 2007 HKCEE and henceforth.
(2) Applicants who have registered as current apprentices under the Apprenticeship Ordinance (Chapter 47) will not be considered.
(3) Successful candidates will receive subsidy of tuition fee, if applicable. Environmental Protection Department (EPD) will arrange eligible Analytical Testing Technicians to join the “Earn and Learn” Scheme (the Scheme) launched by the Vocational Training Council. Technicians who successfully join the Scheme shall receive subsidy and government allowance in instalments within the training period up to a total amount of HK$84,800.
(4) The signed contract of appointment will be voided should the candidates appointed fail to prove that they have met the entry requirements.
(5) EPD will arrange registration of the Analytical Testing Technicians with the Office of the Director of Apprenticeship as Apprentice under the Apprenticeship Ordinance in the relevant trade. The Analytical Testing Technician shall meet the following conditions in order to be awarded the certificate of completion of apprenticeship endorsed by the Director of Apprenticeship: (a) completed the designated course offered by the VTC; and (b) attained satisfactory performance during the training period and passed the trade test.
(6) The Analytical Testing Technician shall, throughout the whole training period, study the part-time Higher Diploma programme in Analytical Science at the VTC and attend the daytime and/ or evening classes according to the timetable set by the institution.
Duties:
(a) To assist in the operation and testing of water, sediments and biota samples at the Department’s water science laboratories;
(b) To assist with field work, including water, sediment and biota sample collection, as well as on-site measurements;
(c) To assist in the operation, calibration and maintenance of water quality monitoring equipment;
(d) To assist in the design of publicity and teaching materials on environmental protection achievements in Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong; and
(e) To perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Other Job-related Requirements: The hours and venues of work may be varied having regard to the operational needs of the department. Successful candidate may be required to (a) work irregular hours and overtime, including evenings, weekends, Sundays and public holidays; (b) work outdoors/ in remote areas; (c) engage in physically demanding work; (d) work with computer; and (e) wear uniform/ protective clothing provided by the department.
Terms of Appointment:Successful candidate will be appointed on contract terms and receive training for a period of two years.
Fringe BenefitsThe eligibility for annual leave, rest days, statutory holidays (or substitute holidays), maternity/ paternity leave and sickness allowance, where appropriate, is in line with those provided for under the Employment Ordinance.
How to apply:Applicants must apply online through the G.F. 340 Online Application System of the Civil Service Bureau (https://www.csb.gov.hk) on or before the closing date for application. Applications which are incomplete, or submitted in person, by fax or by email will NOT be considered. Applicants should provide their email addresses in the application forms. Candidates who are invited to attend the selection interview will normally receive an invitation by email within eight weeks from the closing date for application. This period may be longer in exceptional circumstances, e.g. when a large number of applications are received or when there are other complications. Those who are not invited for selection interview may assume that their applications are unsuccessful.
Contact Address:Corporate Affairs Unit, Environmental Protection Department, 14/F, North Tower, Tseung Kwan O Government Offices, 30 Tong Yin Street, Tseung Kwan O, Sai Kung, New Territories (Attn.: Environmental Protection Inspector (Corporate Affairs) 22).
Enquiry Telephone:3863 1361
Closing Date(dd/mm/yyyy):24/04/2026 18:00:00
Web Site of Department:https://www.epd.gov.hk/
General Notes:
(a) Candidates must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at the time of appointment unless specified otherwise.
(b) As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the Government is committed to eliminating discrimination in employment. The vacancy advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirement irrespective of their disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race.
(c) Non-civil service vacancies are not posts on the civil service establishment. Candidates appointed are not on civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service. Candidates appointed are not on civil servants and will not be eligible for posting, promotion or transfer to any posts in the Civil Service.
(d) The entry pay, terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made.
(e) Where a large number of candidates meet the specified entry requirements, the recruiting department may devise shortlisting criteria to select the better qualified candidates for further processing. In these circumstances, only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend recruitment examination and/ or interview.
(f) It is Government policy to place people with a disability in appropriate jobs wherever possible. If a disabled candidate meets the entry requirements, he/ she will be invited to attend the selection interview/ written examination without being subject to further shortlisting. Applicants who have declared disabilities found suitable for appointment may be given an appropriate degree of preference over other applicants whose suitability for appointment is considered comparable to that of the former. The Government policy and other related measures on employment of persons with disabilities are set out in the booklet “Employ People Based on Their Abilities – Application for Government Jobs by Persons with Disabilities” which is available for reference on the Civil Service Bureau's website at http://www.csb.gov.hk under “Administration of the Civil Service – Appointments”.
(g) When assessing whether an applicant's qualifications can be regarded as meeting the qualification requirements prescribed for that post, EPD will make assessment on the basis of the qualification requirements and assessment standards and criteria prevailing at the time of assessment, having regard to any information and advice as may be made available or provided by relevant authorities or organisations (such as Office of the Director of Apprenticeship) at that time. EPD shall have the full authority to decide on the related recruitment matters.
(h) Holders of academic qualifications other than those obtained from Hong Kong institutions/ Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority may also apply but their qualifications will be subject to assessments on equivalence with the required entry qualifications. They should submit copies of their official transcripts and certificates to [via CTgoodjobs Apply Now] on or before 4 May 2026. Title of the post being applied for and the online application number should be quoted in the email subject, as well as on every page of the copies.
(i) Towards the application deadline, our online system would likely be overloaded due to large volume of applications. To ensure timely completion of your online application, it is advisable to submit the application as early as possible.
