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.
As an officer in the Compliance and Monitoring team, part of the Reservoir Regulation team, you will be responsible for monitoring compliance with the Reservoirs Act 1975 for the 2140 reservoirs in England. This is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week) role, with some travel and overnight stays required. The team is nationally dispersed and based across England; some travel will be required.
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 Reservoirs Act
Experience / Skills Required
* Good verbal and written communications skills
* Attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload
Additional information
For further information or an informal chat about the role contact Liana King. Interviews will take place remotely on Microsoft Teams week commencing 06 October 2025. This is a national role so you can be based at any Environment Agency office. This role is part-time (22.2 hours per week).
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. We have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability where the application meets the minimum criteria. Applicants may be eligible for continuous service in certain circumstances under the local government redundancy framework. Please contact your HR team if unsure of your status.
We operate under Central Government frameworks and contracts for external recruitment needs. No direct market engagement via post, email or phone is permitted for recruitment. See Crown Commercial Service guidance for more information.
Competencies and selection information
Competence 1 – Data and Information Management: Please provide an example of how you have collected, managed and shared data in accordance with applicable data laws, policies, processes and standards. Note: your answer will be used for interview selection. You may use the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
Competence 2 – Communicates Effectively: Please provide an example of explaining complex technical information to a non-technical person and how you checked understanding. Note: your answer will be used for interview selection. You may use the STAR technique.
Competence 3 – Focuses on Customers and Partners: Please provide an example of delivering difficult news to a customer or client and how you managed the relationship going forward. Note: your answer will be used for interview selection. You may use the STAR technique.
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Part-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
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