Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to help deliver our regulatory responsibilities, placed on us as the Enforcement Authority for the Reservoirs Act 1975 in England. The Reservoirs Act helps to ensure the safe operation and management of dams.
Responsibilities
* 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.
* Manage day-to-day correspondence.
* Record incoming documentation on our database to ensure that our records are 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 Working Arrangements
You will join the Environmental Assessment and Reservoir Regulation department, which is part of the Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) Directorate. The Reservoir Regulation team is a nationally dispersed team comprising 25+ experienced and dedicated people responsible for regulating the more than 2140 large raised reservoirs in England. The team is dispersed across the country. Some travel and overnight stays will be required.
Experience/Skills Required
* Good verbal and written communications skills
* Attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload
Employment Details
This is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week). The role is national and you can be based at any Environment Agency office. The Environment Agency is committed to an inclusive workforce and welcomes 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. If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed.
Additional Information
Interviews will take place remotely on Microsoft Teams (week commencing 06 October 2025). For further information, contact Liana King at liana.king@environment-agency.gov.uk. This is a national role, so you can be based at any Environment Agency office.
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. We are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls. If you wish to become a support supplier, please refer to government guidance on Crown Commercial Service suppliers.
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