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.
Responsibilities
* Be the 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.
* 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
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies. This role is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week).
The team: You will join the Environmental Assessment and Reservoir Regulation department, which is part of the Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) Directorate. The Reservoir Regulation team is a nationally dispersed team comprising 25+ experienced professionals responsible for the regulation of more than 2140 large raised reservoirs in England. The team is dispersed across the country, and some travel and overnight stays will be required.
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 part-time job share (22.2 hours per week).
This is a national role and you can be based at any Environment Agency office.
All hires are required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when needed. Having 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 your candidate pack.
Policies
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, including guaranteed interview policy to support those with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria. If you are applying from the Civil Service, note that the Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of appointment.
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