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 details
You will join the Environmental Assessment and Reservoir Regulation department, part of the Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) Directorate. The Reservoir Regulation team is a nationally dispersed team comprising 25+ highly motivated, experienced, skilled, and passionate people responsible for regulating more than 2140 large raised reservoirs in England. Some travel and overnight stays will be required.
Working pattern
This role is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week). The team is flexible and supports inclusive working patterns.
Experience / Skills Required
* Good verbal and written communications skills
* Attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload
Additional 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.
This is a national role, so you can be based at any Environment Agency office. You will be required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when needed. An incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and supports communities and protects the environment. Further information on incident response can be found within the candidate pack.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. We also offer a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support applicants with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
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