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.
You will be an officer in the Compliance and Monitoring team, part of the Reservoir Regulation team, 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 ensure 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 role details
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 professionals 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
Additional information
Interviews will take place remotely on Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 06 October 2025. For further information or an informal chat about the role contact Liana King (liana.king@environment-agency.gov.uk).
This is a national role so you can be based at any Environment Agency office. The Environment Agency is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and flexible working patterns, including job share.
The Environment Agency is a Non-Departmental Public Body and operates within Central Government frameworks. If you are applying from the Civil Service, note that this Agency is not part of HM Civil Service.
Working arrangements
Part-time job share (22.2 hours per week). Travel and occasional overnight stays may be required.
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