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.
* 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 role details
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. This role is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week).
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+ members who regulate 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
Additional information
Interviews will take place remotely on Microsoft Teams 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. This is a national role so you can be based at any Environment Agency office.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share. A Guaranteed Interview Policy is in place to support applicants with a disability whose applications meet the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and uses Central Government frameworks for recruitment.
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