Overview
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Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Responsibilities
* Providing expert input to the National Framework for Water Resources
* Managing programmes to deliver sustainable abstraction
* Drought planning and drought management
* Developing talent and skills in water planning
* National modelling for water resources and groundwater
* Shaping and scrutinising Water companies\' statutory Water Resource Management Plans
* Leading the operational delivery of services, ensuring resources are used effectively, priorities are met, and performance is efficient and demonstrable
* Taking a wider leadership role as part of the Operations Catchment Services Leadership Team
Experience / Skills Required
* Authentic leader with a strong team focus and belief that great leadership protects people and the environment
* Passion for developing individuals and teams to be their best, creating an open, inclusive, trusting culture
* Excellent stakeholder management skills with a strong customer focus and well-honed influencing skills
* Ability to think strategically, spotting links and connections to identify opportunities, while simplifying for clear delivery
* A working knowledge of water resources management and understanding of the environmental, political, and economic pressures affecting water-related sectors
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Additional Information
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, disabled, female and LGBT+ candidates. Please include information regarding preferred working arrangements.
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. The candidate pack provides more information on this. This role can be based at any Environment Agency office across England. Please read the Candidate Pack for information. Any queries, contact Stewart Mounsey, Deputy Director, Operations Catchment Services via ocsadmin@environment-agency.gov.uk
Applications are “blind” assessed using your employment history and your answers to the competency questions. Interviews will be held via MS Teams on 27 January 2026. If you consent, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post.
Competencies / Competences
* Leads People
* Delivers Results Through Others
* Influences and Persuades Others
* Develops People
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