Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to help deliver our regulatory responsibilities, placed on us as the Enforcement Authority for the Reservoirs Act 1975 in England. The Reservoirs Act helps to ensure the safe operation and management of dams. As an officer in the Compliance and Monitoring team, part of the Reservoir Regulation team, you will be responsible for monitoring compliance with the Reservoirs Act 1975 for the 2140 reservoirs in England.
Responsibilities
* Manage day-to-day correspondence
* Record incoming documentation on our database to ensure that our 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 Reservoirs Act
Team and Location
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+ members who regulate more than 2140 large raised reservoirs in England. Some travel and overnight stays will be required. This is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week).
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 during the week commencing 06 October 2025. Email: liana.king@environment-agency.gov.uk
This is a national role and you can be based at any Environment Agency office.
We are committed to an inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share. A Guaranteed Interview Policy exists to support applicants with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
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Competencies (as part of interview process)
1. Data and Information Management — Please provide an example of collecting, managing and sharing data in accordance with relevant data laws, policies, processes and standards. You may use STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
2. Communicates Effectively — Please provide an example of explaining complex technical information to a non-technical person and how you checked understanding.
3. Focuses on Customers and Partners — Please provide an example of delivering unwelcome news to a customer and managing the relationship going forward.
Notes for applicants
From Civil Service status: Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant on appointment. You may be eligible for continuous service depending on previous local government or other listed employment. If unsure, contact your HR team. We also offer flexible working arrangements and inclusive hiring practices, including guaranteed interviews for applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria. For further information on incident response and training requirements, please refer to the candidate pack.
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