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
* 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.
* 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 Act.
Team and environment
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. This role is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week).
Team details
You will join the Environmental Assessment and Reservoir Regulation department, part of the Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) Directorate. The Reservoir Regulation team is a nationally dispersed team comprising 25+ experienced people responsible for the regulation of more than 2140 large raised reservoirs in England. 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 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 so you can be based at any Environment Agency office.
All entrants must undertake training and participate in incident response duties when needed. An incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and supports communities and the environment. Further information on incident response can be found within your candidate pack.
Competences (for interview)
1. Data and Information Management — Please provide an example of how you have collected, managed and shared data, ensuring compliance with relevant data laws, policies, processes and standards. Note: Your answer will be used for interview selection; the STAR technique may be used.
2. Communicates Effectively — Please provide an example of explaining complex technical information to a non-technical person, your approach and how you checked understanding. Note: STAR technique may be used.
3. Focuses on Customers and Partners — Please provide an example of delivering unwelcome news and managing the relationship going forward. Note: STAR technique may be used.
Important notices
If 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. For applicants currently in local government or other listed bodies, you may be eligible for continuous service for redundancy purposes. If unsure, contact your HR Team.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. Please indicate your preferred working arrangements in your application. We have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability whose application meets minimum criteria.
The Environment Agency is a Non-Departmental Public Body and uses Central Government frameworks for external recruitment. We are unable to engage directly via post, email or phone calls for recruitment. If you wish to become a supplier on these frameworks, visit the Crown Commercial Service guidance.
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