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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.
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 be crucial in ensuring the successful implementation of the reform.
You will:
* 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, using your technical expertise to ensure the service meets business needs.
* Provide technical insight/feedback into Defra Policy discussions to ensure the regulatory requirements of the Hazardous Waste Regime are incorporated into the Waste Tracking Service.
* Engage with devolved nations regarding Waste Tracking Service requirements.
In addition, you will:
* Provide leadership on future Hazardous Waste charging proposals and consultations, advising on technical elements and links to waste tracking.
* Support wider regulatory reform related to the Hazardous Waste Regulations.
* Contribute to the wider Hazardous Waste team, supporting our team remit.
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 hazardous waste management efforts, supporting government, industry, and colleagues to ensure proper waste management.
We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to support policy, legislation, and resource allocation.
Experience/Skills Required
Please demonstrate in your answers:
* Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and cultures, actively encouraging consideration of diversity issues.
* Confidence in negotiating outcomes and positively influencing others.
* Ability to build trusting, respectful relationships.
* Risk-based decision-making skills for optimal outcomes.
* Knowledge of environmental legislation, especially waste management laws.
* Drive to innovate and make things happen.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to utilize resources effectively to meet priorities.
* Leadership skills for technical work and delivering results through others.
* Innovative approaches to adapt to change.
We offer development opportunities and appropriate training.
Contact and additional information
You will have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We will assist in finding a suitable role, and training will be provided.
The location is flexible/hybrid with an EA Office base. Some travel and overnight stays may be required.
Please read the Candidate/Additional Information Pack. For queries, contact charlotte.grimshaw@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed 'blind' based on your competency answers. Interviews are via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date.
If you agree to be on a reserve list, your details will be held for 6 months for potential alternative posts.
Competencies include:
1. Customer and Partner Focus
2. Influencing and Persuading Others
3. Decision-Making and Problem Solving
4. Deliver Results Through Others
For more info on answering competency questions, see the candidate pack. Feedback is generally not provided at the sift stage.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and employment does not confer Crown status. For local government or other bodies, check your eligibility for continuous service.
We value diversity and inclusion, welcome flexible working, and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria.
The Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body that uses government frameworks for external recruitment. For support suppliers, visit Crown Commercial Service.
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