The Environment Agency (EA) works to create a better place for people and wildlife. We protect and improve the environment, support sustainable growth, and help communities adapt to a changing climate. Our EA2030 strategy sets out how we will go further, including our commitment to become a net zero organisation by 2030. Defra Group Fleet Services has a key role in this, leading the move to a net zero carbon fleet.
This is a great opportunity to take on a senior role where you can make a real impact. You will join a team of fleet and commercial specialists and help deliver ambitious sustainability goals, supporting positive change across the organisation.
In this role, you will lead on high value and complex procurements and service contracts for the Environment Agency and our Defra partners. You will work with senior colleagues to understand business needs, develop commercial approaches, and manage the full procurement process from tender through to contract award.
You will also manage important supplier relationships to make sure contracts deliver strong performance and good value over time. This includes setting clear expectations, monitoring performance, and working with suppliers to reduce environmental impact while keeping services safe, compliant and cost effective.
We are looking for someone who can lead with confidence, build strong relationships, and influence others. You will need to be organised, able to handle competing priorities, and motivated to deliver results in a busy and purpose driven environment.
Defra Group Fleet Services (DGFS) delivers a coordinated fleet service across the Defra group, driving consistency, efficiency and innovation as part of the Strategy, Transformation and Assurance Directorate.
The Contracts team leads procurement, shapes requirements and manages suppliers to ensure effective, value‑driven services.
This senior role reports to the Strategic Fleet Manager for Contracts, offering significant autonomy, ownership and the opportunity to influence key decisions and improve fleet service delivery.
This is a national role with an EA office base; however, working arrangements are flexible and hybrid. You’ll be comfortable being part of a dispersed team leading and supporting others. You’ll be working largely remotely using digital tools, with occasional travel to EA offices and national meetings, which may include overnight stays.
You will have an inclusive incident management objective within your development plan, and we will support you in finding a role that suits your needs. Appropriate training will be provided. Please refer to the candidate pack for further details.
A Teams drop‑in session will be held from 1–2pm on 22 June 2026 to provide more information and answer questions. Please email tony.stevens@environment-agency.gov.uk to attend.
Interviews are scheduled for 28 and 29 July.
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, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls. Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
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