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Job Description
The Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, communities, and environment.
This is an exciting role in the Hazardous Waste team, providing leadership to ensure that the regime is sustainably resourced, compliant with internal audits, and future-proofed.
The role duties and responsibilities include:
1. Forming a holistic review of hazardous waste charge funding and outcomes, including options for improvements.
2. Implementing recommendations from this review, which may include:
* Assessing distribution of monies
* Evaluating KPIs
* Developing and delivering new ways of working
1. Other responsibilities may include:
* Implementing recommendations from internal delivery audits
* Supporting the implementation of Improving Regulation
* Driving Area Hazardous Waste activities and increasing visibility
The Environment & Business (E&B) Hazardous Waste team is a small, high-performing team within the Regime Regulation division, supporting government, industry, and colleagues to ensure hazardous waste is managed correctly.
We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We leverage evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to support policy development, legislation, and resource allocation.
Experience/Skills Required
In your capability-based answers, please demonstrate your ability to:
* Work effectively with diverse backgrounds and cultures, encouraging consideration of diversity issues
* Negotiate outcomes and positively influence colleagues
* Build trusting and respectful relationships
* Make risk-based decisions for optimal outcomes
* Possess knowledge of environmental legislation, especially waste management laws
* Drive innovation and make things happen
* Communicate effectively in writing and verbally
* Utilize resources efficiently to meet priorities
* Lead technical work and deliver results through others
* Develop innovative approaches in response to change
Development opportunities and training will be provided.
Additional Information
This role offers flexible/hybrid working arrangements. Some travel and overnight stays may be required, and the use of smart tools will facilitate remote connectivity.
For more details, read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack. For queries, contact charlotte.grimshaw@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed anonymously based on competency questions. Interviews will be conducted via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date. If you wish to be considered for a reserve list, your details will be retained for six months for potential alternative roles.
Competencies
1. Focus on Customers and Partners: Address internal and external customer needs, providing rapid and effective responses. Describe a time you managed diverse customer needs to reach a consensus.
2. Influence and Persuasion: Convince others and encourage cooperation. Describe how you influenced outcomes in your organization or external bodies.
3. Decision-Making and Problem Solving: Find and implement effective solutions by analyzing information and exploring alternatives. Provide an example of diagnosing root causes to inform a difficult decision.
4. Deliver Results Through Others: Lead teams to achieve timely, quality results aligned with organizational standards. Share an example of delegating responsibilities effectively.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and does not offer continuous service benefits. We value diversity and inclusion, support flexible working, and guarantee interviews for qualified applicants with disabilities.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
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