Overview
The Environment Agency are fully committed to inclusivity and equal opportunities, offering flexible work arrangements for all our vacancies. Join us in a diverse environment where every voice is heard and valued.
Do you want to effectively regulate the energy sectors to create a better place? The UK’s strategy to deliver Net Zero is driving a transformation in the energy sectors as they’re responsible for 24% of UK Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. They’ll need to fully decarbonise by 2050 whilst doubling electricity production. Concerns about energy security provide additional pressures to quickly transition to new sustainable sources of power, whilst maximising domestic sources of energy.
Through effective regulation, we must ensure that energy sectors protect people and the environment from emissions, as well as mitigating and adapting to the impacts of climate change.
We’re recruiting a fixed-term role, up to 2 years, for somebody with experience of working in or regulating energy sectors, this includes various scales of combustion plant, waste incineration and refineries. (further information in additional information document).
Responsibilities
* provide expert support and technical leadership through advice, guidance, and training
* develop strategy for our sectors and produce the tools to regulate, support development and deliver environmental outcomes
* commission and manage external research projects where needed
* work with internal and external stakeholders such as Defra, DESNZ, internal operations teams, trade associations and other key industry players
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be asked to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident.
The Team
The Energy & COMAH team are part of Energy and Manufacturing Industries Regulation of Environment & Business (E&B) Directorate. Our technical experts lead on the definition of standards for our sectors, providing:
* strategic direction, and tools in support regulation of the energy sectors
* guidance and training to deliver new duties
* environmental best practice
In E&B we use evidence, expertise, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation and secure resources.
Experience/skills Required
In your capability-based answers please demonstrate your:
* ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work
* relevant technical and regulatory knowledge, and experience of the work area for the role in question, gained either by working within and/or regulating relevant processes. This will include knowledge of control measures for emissions to air where relevant
* ability to build and maintain good relationships with colleagues, operators, partner regulators, government, trade bodies and academia
* work cooperatively as part of a team to achieve common goals
Contact and Additional Information
Applications will be blind assessed using your answers to the competency questions. Feedback is generally not available at the application stage.
For questions relating to this role, please contact Emma Preston or Charlotte Sholl at combustion@environment-agency.gov.uk
This vacancy closes end of October. Interviews are expected to be held in person in Birmingham, by the end of November. Some travel may be required. If you consent to be recruited onto a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and we may offer you an alternative post.
Length of contract: Up to 2 years
Competencies
* Legislative Knowledge
Definition: Applies knowledge of statutory environmental and technical requirements to protect both the Environment Agency and the environment. As a senior advisor for the energy sectors you will give advice on regulatory requirements for combustion plants of different sizes and purposes. Please describe two differing combustion installations and how their environmental impacts and regulatory requirements differed.
* Works in Teams
Definition: Works co-operatively as part of a team to achieve common goals. As a combustion senior advisor you will work with other senior advisors covering a wide portfolio of work both reactive and planned. Tell us about a time you worked as part of a team to deliver a portfolio of work and how you managed priorities.
* Builds and Sustains Relationships
Definition: Develops and maintains effective working relationships. As a senior advisor you will work with a range of external and internal stakeholders, including government officials, trade associations and the EA's operational teams. Please provide an example of working with different types of stakeholder and how you adapted your approach.
Notes for applicants: If applying from the Civil Service please note that environment agency is not part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant if appointed. The Environment Agency is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes flexible working patterns, including job share. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.
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AI note: Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, but all examples must be truthful and taken directly from your own experience. Applications may be withdrawn if content is not original. Please review Civil Service guidance on AI use for more information.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
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