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.
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.
Team and Role Context
You will join the Environmental Assessment and Reservoir Regulation department, part of the Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) Directorate. The Reservoir Regulation team is nationally dispersed, comprising 25+ experienced people responsible for regulating more than 2140 large raised reservoirs in England. Some travel and overnight stays will be required.
Experience/Skills Required
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload
What We Offer and Working Arrangements
* This role is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week).
* We welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share.
* National role; you can be based at any Environment Agency office.
* Some travel and overnight stays may be required.
Contact and Interview Information
For further information or an informal chat about the role contact Liana King. Interviews will take place remotely on Microsoft Teams in the week commencing 06 October 2025. Email: liana.king@environment-agency.gov.uk
Additional Requirements and Diversity
All applicants will undertake training and participate in incident response duties when needed. An incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency to support communities and protect the environment. Details on incident response are in the candidate pack. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and guarantee interviews to any disabled applicant whose application meets the minimum criteria. We welcome information on preferred working arrangements in your application.
We are a Non-Departmental Public Body that uses Central Government frameworks and contracts for recruitment. For information about becoming a Crown Commercial Service supplier, see the government link at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know.
About the role and working location
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Part-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Location notes: National role; based at any Environment Agency office.
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