The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) have unveiled two initiatives to bolster early career support for Singaporeans entering the aviation industry. Announced on 18 May 2026, the NTUC Aerospace and Aviation Cluster Youth Chapter and the S$2.6m OneAviation Early Careers Mentorship Programme are designed to address the sector’s growing demand for skilled professionals as Singapore Changi Airport prepares to expand.
The NTUC Aerospace and Aviation Cluster Youth Chapter is the first sector-level youth chapter under a union cluster, targeting individuals aged 35 and below. It aims to foster a sense of belonging among young professionals, provide career navigation support, and empower future leaders through structured training. This initiative will work closely with unions and sector agencies to tailor programmes to the needs of young aviation workers.
The OneAviation Early Careers Mentorship Programme, funded by CAAS and managed by NTUC LearningHub, will offer structured mentorship to 2,200 early career workers over the next five years. This programme, the first of its kind at a sector-wide level, seeks to enhance job satisfaction and retention by integrating mentorship into human resource systems. Companies like SATS and SIA Engineering Company are already participating, with plans to involve more aviation employers.
These initiatives are part of a broader effort to strengthen Singapore’s aviation workforce, which employs over 60,000 people. The collaboration between CAAS, NTUC, and industry players underscores a commitment to developing a resilient and skilled workforce as the sector evolves with technological advancements.
