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Job Description
Do you enjoy coaching and developing the skills of others? Do you enjoy developing processes by working with colleagues across different teams to secure transparent and effective environmental regulation? You will join a water quality focused regulatory team of specialists enabling strategic change within the water sector, particularly focusing on storm overflows.
Working proactively with Environment Agency teams and external organisations, the role will lead the development of audit processes for water quality investigations under the Storm Overflows Assessment Framework and Environment Act. You will also develop training courses on Urban Pollution Management (UPM), respond to technical queries, and coach staff on sewerage and water quality investigations.
We’re a dispersed team working with various water industry regulation and water quality planning teams across the country. Responding to incidents is a central part of the role, with options to participate in incident response or provide business continuity support, possibly attracting additional pay and training.
The team
This position is part of the Water Quality Regulatory Development team in Water Industry Regulation. The team is dispersed nationwide. The successful candidate must be able to work independently while maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Our culture promotes inclusivity, valuing diversity and supporting a positive, innovative environment. We use evidence and expertise to enhance delivery, influence policy, and secure resources.
Experience/skills Required
* A relevant degree such as civil engineering or environmental science, with evidence of ongoing professional development.
* Experience with sewer or river quality impact modelling for UPM studies, including audits.
* Knowledge of environmental planning and regulation of Water and Sewerage Companies.
* Strong organisational skills and effective coaching abilities.
* Experience in embedding new processes through collaboration across dispersed teams.
Contact and additional information
Flexible office location with occasional travel or overnight stays required. We value diversity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including disabled, neurodiverse, LGBT+, and minority ethnic candidates. Job share applications are encouraged.
For more info, contact: phil.hulme@environment-agency.gov.uk or tel. +447801900977.
Apply after reviewing the Candidate Pack and Additional info document. Applications are assessed 'blind' via competency questions. Interviews via MS Teams are scheduled for the week of 23rd June 2025. We may hold your details for 6 months for alternative roles if you consent to being on a reserve list.
Competencies
1. Numerical Modelling and Forecasting: Interpret environmental data to forecast trends, including pollution and water availability. Describe sewer or river quality models you've developed, audit processes, and problem resolution.
2. Strategic Environment Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for environmental sustainability. Summarize your experience in environmental planning and its impact on water quality.
3. Coaches Others: Use methods like instruction and coaching to develop others. Provide examples of enhancing team capabilities.
4. Shapes organisational approach & delivery: Develop and embed processes at organizational levels, translating policy into operational outcomes.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service; employment does not confer civil service status. We promote flexible work and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria.
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