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Job Description
The Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We don't just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it for the benefit of our staff, communities, and environment.
Role Overview
Your main focus will be to develop and progress the Hazardous Waste (HW) regulatory reform associated with the Waste Tracking Service (WTS). This is an exciting role that will make a real difference!
The Hazardous Waste Regulatory Reform Project Lead will play a pivotal role in navigating complex regulatory landscapes, implementing reforms, and driving the project to successful completion. Your expertise will significantly contribute to the successful implementation of the reform.
Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and collate input from EA HW teams regarding regulatory and policy requirements of the regime.
* Provide technical input to the EA Waste Tracking team.
* Advise the Defra digital team on the development and design of the Waste Tracking Service, ensuring it meets business needs.
* Provide technical insight and feedback into Defra Policy discussions to incorporate regulatory requirements into the Waste Tracking Service.
* Engage with devolved nations regarding Waste Tracking Service requirements.
Additionally, you will:
* Provide leadership on future Hazardous Waste charging proposals and consultations, advising on technical aspects and links to waste tracking.
* Support wider regulatory reform related to Hazardous Waste Regulations.
* Support and contribute to the wider Hazardous Waste team.
The Team
The Environment & Business (E&B) Hazardous Waste team is a small, high-performing team within the Regime Regulation team of E&B Waste Regulation. We lead on hazardous waste management, supporting government, industry, and colleagues to ensure proper waste management. We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued, using evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to influence policy, legislation, and resources.
Experience and Skills Required
Please demonstrate your capabilities in the following areas:
* Effectively working with diverse backgrounds and encouraging diversity in work.
* Negotiating outcomes and positively influencing others.
* Building trusting and respectful relationships.
* Making risk-based decisions to achieve optimal outcomes.
* Knowledge of environmental legislation, especially waste management laws.
* Innovating and driving change.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Efficient resource utilization to deliver outcomes aligned with priorities.
* Leading technical work and delivering results through others.
* Developing new approaches in response to change.
We offer development opportunities and appropriate training.
Additional Information
You will have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. Training will be provided, and the role offers flexible/hybrid working arrangements. Some travel and overnight stays may be required. Please read the Candidate/Additional Information Pack for more details. For queries, contact charlotte.grimshaw@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed blindly via competency questions. Interviews will be via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date. If you consent to being on a reserve list, your details will be kept for 6 months for potential future roles.
Competencies:
1. Focuses on Customers and Partners: Addressing internal and external customer needs, providing rapid responses. Describe a time when you managed diverse customer needs to reach an agreement.
2. Influences and Persuades Others: Presenting convincing cases to gain support. Describe how you've influenced others in your organization to achieve results.
3. Takes Decisions and Solves Problems: Finding and implementing solutions through effective analysis. Provide an example of exploring root causes to make a decision in a difficult situation.
4. Delivers Results Through Others: Leading teams to deliver timely results. Explain a situation where you delegated responsibilities effectively.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and does not provide continuous service. We welcome flexible working and are committed to diversity and inclusion, including a Guaranteed Interview Policy for disabled applicants.
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