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
* 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 Role Details
We are a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week). 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+ members 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 during the week commencing 06 October 2025.
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.
Everyone joining us is required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when needed. An incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and helps support communities and protect the environment. Further information on incident response can be found in your candidate pack.
Additional Policies
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. We have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment, 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 uses Central Government frameworks and contracts for external recruitment. We are unable to engage with the market directly via post, email, or phone calls. For supplier opportunities please visit the Crown Commercial Service information page.
Note on Civil Service Status
If you are applying from the Civil Service please 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. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. If you are unsure of your status, contact your HR Team.
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