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.
Responsibilities
* Monitor compliance with the Reservoirs Act 1975 for the 2140 reservoirs in England.
* Manage day-to-day correspondence and 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 Department
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 group of 25+ staff responsible for regulating the more than 2140 large raised reservoirs in England. Some travel and overnight stays will be required.
Experience/Skills Required
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload
Additional Information
This is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week). The role is national, so you can be based at any Environment Agency office. We welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. Some travel and overnight stays may be required.
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 at liana.king@environment-agency.gov.uk.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce reflecting the communities we serve. We provide guaranteed interviews for applicants with a disability whose applications meet the minimum criteria for the post.
Competencies (example interview questions)
* Data and Information Management: Describe a time you collected, managed and shared data in accordance with relevant laws, policies, processes and standards. STAR format may be used in your answer.
* Communicates Effectively: Explain how you would simplify complex technical information for a non-technical audience and verify understanding.
* Focuses on Customers and Partners: Provide an example of delivering difficult news and managing the relationship going forward.
Please note: If you are applying from the Civil Service, Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant upon appointment. This role is intended to be a local government or related continuous service consideration as applicable.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Associate
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
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