Master Craftsman is the highest professional qualification accorded to highly skilled craftsmen in Singapore and is a representation of superior technical expertise and exceptional craftsmanship. The Master Craftsman performs a range of critical roles within the company, including: (i) Shop floor leader leads, manages, and guides a team of production craftsmen (ii) Technical expert conceptualizes, plans, and executes production methods, workflows and operations in the latest technology (iii) Trainer institutes structured on-the-job training systems and trains the next generations of production craftsmen Important Note: To apply for the Master Craftsman certification, applicants should receive a minimum fixed monthly salary 1 of S$3,500 upon certification. SECTION I: PERSONAL PARTICULARS (to be filled by applicant) Name of Applicant: PeMC (year commenced): Company: NRIC/FIN No: PeMC (year graduated): Designation: Brief Description of Job Responsibilities: Fixed Monthly Salary 2 : S$ 1 Fixed monthly salary refers to the total regular monthly payment to an employee, including basic salary. It must not vary in quantum from month to month and must be paid to the employee on a monthly basis, regardless of his performance. 2 Please submit a copy of the previous 3 months payslips together with the application form. 1
SECTION II: SELF ASSESSMENT OF PERFORMANCE (to be filled by applicant) 2.1 Performance Self-Assessment (Please Circle only ONE appropriate number. Refer to Annex 1 for performance descriptors) Performance Level Definition 1 Always 2 Usually 3 Sometimes 4 Occasionally 5 - Rarely N.A. Not Applicable A. Leadership Skills 1. Ability to organise and lead a team to solve problems. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 2. Ability to provide guidance/consultation to team members. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 3. Effectiveness in planning & managing resources. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. B. Trainer Competency 4. Ability to develop a structured OJT programme for the company. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 5. Ability to implement and execute the OJT programme. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 6. Ability to seek feedback and improve on the OJT programme. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. C. Technical Competencies, Responsibilities & Reliability 7. Extent to which applicant recognises when action must be taken and respond 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. independently. 8. Effectiveness in project/task preparation & management. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 9. Ability to adopt or innovate & introduce new technologies and processes to drive 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. productivity in the company D. Attitude and Contribution 10. Commitment, dedication and enthusiasm in performing the job. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 11. Effectiveness in working with others towards accomplishment of common objectives. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 12. Ability to make useful contributions, add value to work areas and implement cost 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. reduction measures. 2
2.2 Qualitative Self-Assessment Applicant to indicate tasks and projects undertaken in terms of performance to substantiate Section 2.1 (Please use separate sheet of paper if space provided is insufficient) 3
SECTION III: PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT BY COMPANY (to be filled by reporting officer of applicant) 3.1 Performance Assessment (Please Circle only ONE appropriate number. Refer to Annex 1 for performance descriptors) Performance Level Definition 1 Always 2 Usually 3 Sometimes 4 Occasionally 5 - Rarely N.A. Not Applicable A. Leadership Skills 1. Ability to organise and lead a team to solve problems. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 2. Ability to provide guidance/consultation to team members. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 3. Effectiveness in planning & managing resources. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. B. Trainer Competency 4. Ability to develop a structured OJT programme for the company. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 5. Ability to implement and execute the OJT programme. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 6. Ability to seek feedback and improve on the OJT programme. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. C. Technical Competencies, Responsibilities & Reliability 7. Extent to which applicant recognises when action must be taken and respond 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. independently. 8. Effectiveness in project/task preparation & management. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 9. Ability to adopt or innovate & implement new technologies & processes to drive 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. productivity in the company. D. Attitude and Contribution 10. Commitment, dedication and enthusiasm in performing the job. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 11. Effectiveness in working with others towards accomplishment of common objectives. 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. 12. Ability to make useful contributions, add value to work areas and implement cost 1 2 3 4 5 N.A. reduction measures. 4
3.2 Qualitative Assessment by Reporting Officer Comments by reporting officer on tasks and projects indicated by applicant. (Please use separate sheet of paper if space provided is insufficient) 5
SECTION IV: DECLARATION PART I APPLICANT I hereby declare that the facts and the accompanying information stated herein are true and correct to the best of my belief and knowledge, and that I have not wilfully suppressed any material fact. Applicant s Name and Designation: Contact Number: Signature: Email Address: Date : 6
PART II REPORTING OFFICER I hereby declare that: (i) The facts and the accompanying information stated herein are true and correct to the best of my belief and knowledge, and that I have not wilfully suppressed any material fact. (ii) The applicant shall receive a minimum fixed monthly salary of S$3,500 upon certification. Reporting Officer s Name and Designation: Contact Number: Signature: Email Address: Date : Comments by counter-signing officer 3 : (Please use separate sheet of paper if space provided is insufficient) Counter-signing Officer s Name and Designation: Contact Number: Signature: Email Address: Date : 3 The counter-signing officer (CO) should be the CEO, MD, Director of Human Resources or the equivalent position in the Company. 7
Annex 1 Descriptors Leadership Skills Demonstrates intellectual flexibility, imagination and socio-political sensitivity in developing a holistic appreciation of the situation and in generating innovative ideas & solutions, and making decisions that bring practical benefit Mentors and coaches staff Makes decisions that are in line with organisational objectives. Drives and achieves positive outcomes and achieves established goals of the company by influencing, motivating, and inspiring others to develop a sense of unity and purpose. Creates the conditions, including planning and managing team resources to enable the team to perform its best. Trainer Competency Establishes a systematic on-the-job training programme with an integrated set of processes and tools customised to meet the needs of the company To ensure accomplishment of specific training objectives, including achievement of productivity & optimal outcomes. Translates training objectives into specific, focused and measurable outcomes, including productivity improvement and cost reduction. Proactively seeks feedback and fine tunes training programmes to achieve desired continuous improvements and upgrading of on-the-job training programmes. Advocates changes initiatives and helps team handle changes by creating a supportive environment and on-going guidance for individuals Technical Competencies, Responsibility and Reliability Has appropriate knowledge and skillsets for the job, sets reasonable goals and standards on own work and ability to apply professional knowledge responsibly so as to achieve a high standard of performance. Anticipates future requirements and opportunities and initiates actions to address potential concerns. Monitors progress of work and steps in when required to ensure quality and timelines of outcomes. Attitude and Contribution Demonstrates a personal commitment to achieving company s vision and mission through delivering high quality of work. Acts to support company s vision and mission. Fosters and encourages a positive culture of sharing and learning Sets clear agenda, directions, expectations, limits and boundaries 8