Job Description
The Environment Agency is fully committed to inclusivity and equal opportunities, offering flexible work arrangements for all vacancies. Join a diverse environment where every voice is heard and valued.
We’re recruiting a fixed‑term role, up to 2 years, for someone with experience working in or regulating energy sectors, including combustion plants, waste incineration and refineries. This role supports the UK's Net Zero strategy by helping to decarbonise the energy sector and ensure emissions are managed.
Responsibilities
* Provide expert technical support and guidance, including training.
* Develop sector strategy and produce tools to support regulation, delivery of environmental outcomes.
* Commission and manage external research projects as required.
* Work with internal and external stakeholders such as Defra, DESNZ, trade associations and other key industry players.
* Respond to incidents when required and provide business continuity support during events.
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be asked to be available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident.
Team
The Energy & COMAH team is part of the Energy and Manufacturing Industries Regulation of the Environment & Business Directorate. Technical experts lead on defining sector standards, providing strategic direction, guidance, training and environmental best practice.
Experience and Skills Required
* Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage consideration of diversity issues.
* Relevant technical and regulatory knowledge; experience in regulating emissions controls for combustion plants and related facilities.
* Ability to build and maintain good relationships with colleagues, operators, partner regulators, government, trade bodies and academia.
* Work cooperatively as part of a team to achieve common goals.
Contact and Application Process
Applications will be blind‑assessed using answers to competency questions. Feedback is generally not available at the application stage. For questions relating to this role, please contact Emma Preston or Charlotte Sholl at combustion@environment-agency.gov.uk.
This vacancy closes at the end of October. Interviews will be held in person in Birmingham by the end of November. Some travel may be required. If you consent to be recruited onto a reserve list, we will hold your details for 6 months and may offer an alternative post.
Contract Length
Up to 2 years.
Competence 1: Legislative Knowledge
Apply knowledge of statutory environmental and technical requirements to protect the Environment Agency and the environment. Provide advice on regulatory requirements for combustion plants of different sizes and purposes.
Competence 2: Works in Teams
Work cooperatively with other senior advisors across a wide portfolio of work, both reactive and planned. Ensure priorities and responsibilities are aligned and delivered.
Competence 3: Builds and Sustains Relationships
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government officials, trade associations and the EA's operational teams.
Additional Information
If you are applying from the Civil Service, note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant. For eligibility for continuous service, contact your own HR team.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce reflecting the communities we serve. Flexible working arrangements are welcome; please include your preferred arrangement in your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
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