Fluvial Flood Risk Modelling Officer - 32404
Job Description
We are recruiting a Fluvial Flood Risk Modelling Officer to join our national flood risk evidence modelling service. 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 and guide flood risk management teams on hydraulic and hydrological modelling.
* Develop data management, hydraulic and hydrological modelling capabilities.
* Communicate flood risk analysis and results with internal and external stakeholders.
* Advise on appropriate tools and techniques for hydrological and hydraulic modelling approaches.
* Demonstrate positive health, safety, and wellbeing behaviours.
* Use technical skills to support incident management.
Experience and Skills Required
* Experience in science, flood risk and/or data management.
* Ability to analyse and process data and information.
* Good communication and customer service skills.
* Ability to influence and persuade.
* Ability to achieve results and work as part of a team.
* Ability to make decisions and solve problems.
* Awareness of health, safety and wellbeing with a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity.
* Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Desirable Skills
* Understanding of how flood risk evidence supports investment programmes and mapping projects.
* Skills in flood modelling software (e.g. Flood Estimation Handbook, Flood Modeller, TuFLOW, InfoWorks ICM).
* Skills in data processing, management and GIS software.
Additional Information
The Environment Agency offers flexible working opportunities, 27 days annual leave, a 37‑hour working week, an award‑winning Pension Fund and a range of employee benefits. Base office location is flexible within England; some national travel and attendance at in‑person meetings may be required.
Interviews will be held in January 2026.
For further questions please contact Emma Dauben (emma.dauben@environment-agency.gov.uk).
Seniority Level
Associate
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Finance and Sales
Equal Opportunity
We welcome flexible working patterns for all applicants and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
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