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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. This role is part-time (22.2 hours per week) and is a job share opportunity.
You will be an officer in the Compliance and Monitoring team, part of the Reservoir Regulation team, 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 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 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 (25+ members) and responsible for regulating more than 2140 large raised reservoirs in England. Some travel and overnight stays may be required as the team is dispersed across the country.
Experience/skills required
* Good verbal and written communications skills
* Attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload
Additional information
* This is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week).
* Flexible working patterns are welcomed for all vacancies.
* Some travel and overnight stays may be required.
* Interviews will be conducted remotely on Microsoft Teams (week commencing 06 October 2025).
* Contact: Liana King (liana.king@environment-agency.gov.uk)
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. The Environment Agency is a Non-Departmental Public Body and adheres to government recruitment frameworks.
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