Shaiful has previously played for S.League clubs Young Lions, Singapore Armed Forces and LionsXII.

Shaiful played in the AFC Champions League during his time with the warriors.

He made his debut for the Singapore against Vietnam in the 2nd leg of the quarter-final round of the Suzuki Cup.

Shaiful has also been a goal threat for oppositions with his accurate free kicks and his delivery from corners which had helped a goal-shy Singapore in their 2012 AFF Suzuki Cup attempt.

After retiring from football, Shaiful currently works as safety co-ordinator in Kimly construction, Singapore.