Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to help deliver our regulatory responsibilities as the Enforcement Authority for the Reservoirs Act 1975 in England. The Reservoirs Act helps to ensure the safe operation and management of dams.
As an officer in the Compliance and Monitoring team, part of the Reservoir Regulation team, you will be responsible for monitoring compliance with the Reservoirs Act 1975 for the 2140 reservoirs in England.
Responsibilities
* Manage day-to-day correspondence
* Record incoming documentation on our database to keep records accurate and up to date
* Encourage compliance when reports or certificates are not received as expected
* Be the first point of contact for reservoir owners and panel engineers
* Provide information and advice on the requirements of the Act
Team and Location
You will join the Environmental Assessment and Reservoir Regulation department, part of the Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) Directorate. The Reservoir Regulation team is a nationally dispersed team of 25+ members responsible for regulating more than 2140 large raised reservoirs in England. Some travel and overnight stays will be required. This is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week).
Experience/Skills Required
* Good verbal and written communications skills
* Attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload
Contact and Additional Information
For further information or an informal chat about the role contact Liana King. Interviews will take place remotely on Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 06 October 2025. Email: liana.king@environment-agency.gov.uk
This is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week) and a national role, so you can be based at any Environment Agency office.
Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when needed. Having an incident response role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and supports communities and environmental protection. Further information on incident response can be found in your candidate pack.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment; we guarantee an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
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