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. This role is part-time (22.2 hours per week) and job share is welcome. You will join the Environmental Assessment and Reservoir Regulation department within the Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) Directorate.
Responsibilities
* Monitor compliance with the Reservoirs Act 1975 for the 2140 reservoirs in England.
* 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 Act.
* Travel and overnight stays may be required as part of the dispersed team across the country.
Experience / Skills Required
* Good verbal and written communications skills
* Attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload
Additional Information
* We are committed to an inclusive workforce reflective of the communities we serve. Flexible working patterns, including job share, are welcome. Please indicate your preferred working arrangements on your application.
* There is an incident response duty requirement; completing this role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and supports communities and the environment. Further information on incident response is available in the candidate pack.
* This is a national role; you can be based at any Environment Agency office.
* Interviews will be conducted remotely via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 06 October 2025.
* Your application will be used for interview selection and may request examples using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
* Seniority level: Associate
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Contact
For further information or an informal chat about the role, contact Liana King at liana.king@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Note on Civil Service status: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service. If you are applying from the Civil Service, you would not be a Crown Servant upon appointment. For applicants currently in local government or other listed bodies, you may be eligible for continuous service in certain circumstances. If unsure, contact your HR team.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the post.
Candidate Requirements
* National role with potential travel; base location flexible across Environment Agency offices.
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