Job Description
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please clearly include any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
Are you an experienced Data Analyst with a passion for employing your skills and experience to protect and enhance the environment? This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of data analysts transforming the way data is assessed to strengthen intelligence-led regulation and drive improved performance of the Water Sector. We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative data analyst to be at the heart of work to deliver digital transformation, providing advanced data analytics capabilities at a national level to improve delivery of regulatory activities across the business.
In this role you will:
* Develop and maintain new tools and applications to analyse large sets of water company data, together with environmental information, to assess compliance against environmental permit conditions.
* Ensure quality and robustness of reported data and provide technical advice to improve data quality and processes in the future.
* Manage and deliver tasks to a high standard and within tight deadlines.
* Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to identify innovative solutions that support an evidence-led approach to Water Regulation.
* Embed new processes and tools within the business ensuring feedback and continuous development to meet changing needs.
With the growing availability of big data in the Water Industry, this role offers a unique chance to make a significant business impact in a high-profile area.
You’ll have an incident management objective in your development plan. We’ll support you to find a role to suit your needs and circumstances. Appropriate training will be given.
The Team
You will join the Digital Innovation and Regulation Team in Water Regulation, part of the National Environment and Business (E&B) directorate. We currently play a central role in shaping and delivering the Environment Agency’s data and evidence led approach to regulating Water Companies. In E&B we promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation and secure resources.
Experience/skills Required
* Experience leading innovative data initiatives from inception to completion, to improve business processes and performance.
* Proven ability to deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines through effective collaboration.
* Experience managing and analysing large datasets using tools like R, Python, FME, ArcGIS, and the Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps).
* Excellent communication and presentation skills to work with stakeholders
* Ability to ensure data quality and compliance with relevant data governance standards.
* Able to work as part of a team, sharing skillsets to build resilience and ensuring processes are documented.
Desirable
* Experience of Microsoft Synapse and Fabric
* Experience in implementing best coding practices, including adherence to standard code style, use of functions, control flow, version control, and comprehensive code testing and documentation.
* Experience of collaborating within an agile team, sprint planning, peer reviews, and retrospectives to deliver high-quality, iterative data solutions.
Contact and Additional Information
You’ll have an EA Office base location; as a national role the working location is flexible. Occasional travel and overnights will be required.
Please see the Additional Information Pack. For queries, contact Rachel.Lynch@environment-agency.gov.uk, or Sarah-Louise.Gregory@environment-agency.gov.uk
Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions. If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using the lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to interview. Feedback is generally not available at sift stage. Interviews will be held via MS Teams around late September. If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post.
Competencies
* Data and Information Management
* Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
* Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality
Description: Please note: Your answer will be used for interview selection — draw out your skills and experience in your response. Research the STAR approach and refer to the Environment Agency Capability Dictionary for the skills we are looking for.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment and guarantee an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls. Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit the Crown Commercial Service information.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
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