Environmental Crime Officer (Water Industry) - 30909
Environmental Crime Officer (Water Industry) - 30909
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Job Description
Are you ready to make a real difference? Join our new water industry enforcement team and take the lead in addressing serious and complex environmental issues within the water industry.
Job Description
Are you ready to make a real difference? Join our new water industry enforcement team and take the lead in addressing serious and complex environmental issues within the water industry.
Bringing your enthusiasm and experience in regulation, enforcement or investigative work, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving positive change. Guided by a Senior Environmental Crime Officer, you’ll undertake investigations, gather and critically analyse evidence, and deliver impactful enforcement actions. Your contributions will include preparing detailed, high-quality case files that empower the Environment Agency to take decisive action against underperforming sites.
What will you do?
* Investigate environmental offences, including supporting site inspections and gathering evidence.
* Analyse data and materials from site inspections to identify potential offences.
* Write and collect witness statements.
* Exhibit evidence and conduct interviews under caution with suspected offenders.
* Complete relevant training in water industry regulation and be able to identify offences and impacts accurately
* Prepare case files and disclosure schedules in line with the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act and the Police and Criminal Evidence Act Code of Practice.
* Provide evidence in court when required.
* Liaise with other agencies and local authorities.
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect 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, our communities and our environment. We'll provide comprehensive training and ensure you have the tools, equipment, and protective clothing needed to carry out your duties safely and effectively.
This role requires travel and occasional overnight stays, so a full UK driving licence is required. You can choose to be based from any of the following offices: Farnham, London Abbey Wood, Reading, Wallingford or Welwyn Garden City.
The team
The water industry enforcement team is dedicated to addressing serious and complex performance issues within the water industry, driving improvements in compliance and environmental standards. Based in our South East enforcement hub, facing Thames Water, your team will work closely with one or more water companies to achieve these goals. You will mostly be office based with occasional travel to deliver work on investigations and enforcement across your hub.
Experience/skills Required
To succeed in this role, you should be able to demonstrate a methodical approach with a keen eye for detail; confidence in both verbal and written communication; resilience, flexibility, and professionalism whilst dealing with challenging situations or individuals. You will be able to complete tasks accurately and with minimum supervision, either working individually or as part of a team.
Essential:
* Experience in an investigatory or regulatory role, with knowledge of evidence collection and production of case files.
* Experience of working with customers.
Desirable:
* An understanding of environmental legislation including the Environmental Permitting Regulations and Environment Act.
* Working knowledge of investigative legislation, for example the Police and Criminal Evidence Act and Criminal Procedures and Investigations Act.
* Knowledge of corporate investigations.
* Experience of proactively establishing good working relationships with colleagues and/or external partners.
Contact and additional information
We’d love to inspire you to apply! If you have any questions, please contact us at regulationresourcing@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Interviews are expected to take place fortnight commencing 16th June.
Successful candidates will be required to take on an incident role to help us respond effectively to incidents or support business continuity. These roles may attract additional pay, with full training and flexible working arrangements provided. We offer a range of incident roles and will work with you to find the best fit.
A reserve list will be maintained, and you may be offered similar roles in different locations that align closely with this position.
Competence 1
Achieves Results
Description
When answering the following question, you may find using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) helpful in structuring your answer.
Description: Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
Please tell us about a time when you had to prioritise a piece of work. Why was it a priority?
Competence 2
Communicates Effectively
Description
When answering the following question, you may find using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) helpful in structuring your answer.
Description: Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Please provide an example of a time where communication was key to ensuring you delivered a piece of work.
Competence 3
Illegal Activity Detection and Enforcement
Description
When answering the following question, you may find using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) helpful in structuring your answer.
Description: Uses intelligence to detect suspected illegal activities. Instigates and carries out enforcement action where illegal activities have been detected.
Please give an example of when you have identified an offence, and used intelligence to drive an enforcement action.
Role specific license requirements
Full UK driving licence
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls. Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
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