Fluvial Flood Risk Modelling Advisor – 32403
Environment Agency – National Flood and Coastal Risk Management Department.
Job Description
We are recruiting a fluvial flood risk modelling advisor to join our national flood risk evidence modelling service. The team supports and assures the Environment Agency’s Flood and Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) programmes to deliver a nation resilient to climate change. Our modelling services provide the evidence base for flood management and inform strategic decision‐making, supporting the ambitions of EA2030.
Responsibilities
* Advise flood management teams on hydraulic and hydrological modelling; provide expert technical input and professional support.
* Actively nurture talent, foster collaboration and create a continuous learning environment where professional growth is prioritised.
* Communicate flood risk analyses and uncertainty to internal and external stakeholders.
* Advise on appropriate tools and techniques for hydraulic and hydrological modelling approaches.
* Showcase a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture.
* Foster innovation to become more efficient and sustainable.
* Use your technical skills to support incident response.
Experience and Skills Required
* Expert knowledge in flood modelling and hydrology.
* Experience with flood modelling software such as Flood Estimation, Flood Modeller, TuFLOW, InfoWorks ICM and related tools.
* Experience in data processing and management, and proficiency in GIS software packages.
* Mentoring and coaching skills, and a commitment to continuous development.
* Ability to work individually and as part of a team to make decisions and solve problems.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues and build effective stakeholder relationships.
* Positive health, safety and wellbeing behaviours with a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity.
* Influencing and persuading skills.
* Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
It would also be useful to have an understanding of how flood risk evidence supports flood risk management investment programmes and flood mapping projects.
Contact and Additional Information
The Environment Agency is a great place to work. We offer flexible working, 27 days annual leave, 37‑hour working weeks, an award‑winning Pension Fund and a range of employee benefits. Find out more in the Candidate Pack and on our Careers website. We support flexible working; however, some national travel and attendance at in‑person meetings will be required. Interviews will be held in January 2026 via Microsoft Teams. For enquiries, please contact Emma Dauben (emma.dauben@environment-agency.gov.uk).
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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, and we offer a guaranteed interview policy to support those with a disability.
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