Overview
We are seeking an experienced advisor to join our Water Quality Permitting Strategy Team within the Environment & Business (E&B) department. This role is an exciting opportunity to be at the centre of the Environment Agency to improve England’s water quality. The tasks will be focused on regulation of water discharge activities.
Responsibilities
* Develop permitting strategies to address complex water quality issues across industries.
* Create and embed evidence-based policies to improve regulatory outcomes.
* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align permitting with environmental challenges.
* Streamline processes and adopt digital tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
* Lead and support complex water quality permitting projects to meet legal and environmental standards.
* Develop and implement long-term strategic approaches to water regulation.
* Be customer-focused, working with other government bodies, agencies, industry and environmental bodies.
* Analyze water quality data to inform policy and permitting approaches.
* Drive innovation and continuous improvement in regulatory practices.
* Be flexible and creative, sometimes working in unfamiliar territory and without established processes or guidance.
* Be supported by specialists within the team and wider organisation.
Experience and Qualifications
* A degree (or equivalent) in environmental science, water management, or related field.
* Strong knowledge of water quality legislation, policies and standards.
* Experience in water quality permitting, wastewater discharge regulation or environmental permitting.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.
* Experience of collaborative and creative delivery of innovation.
* Ability to motivate others and resolve conflicts internally and externally.
* Commitment to promoting diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace.
* Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver results within deadlines.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Additional Information
You’ll have an EA Office base location; as a national role the working location is flexible / hybrid. Some travel and overnight stays may be required.
We are committed to an inclusive workforce and flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share. If you have a disability, we guarantee an interview if you meet the minimum criteria.
The Environment Agency is a Non-Departmental Public Body. For applicants from Civil Service backgrounds, you may have different continuous service eligibility. If unsure, contact your HR Team.
Please contact Ben Bradford at ben.bradford@environment-agency.gov.uk with any questions.
If you are applying from the Civil Service, note the Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service. We participate in government frameworks for recruitment and may engage with Crown Commercial Service suppliers for external needs.
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