Job description
The Environment Agency is fully committed to inclusivity and equal opportunities, offering flexible work arrangements for all our vacancies. Join us in a diverse environment where every voice is heard and valued.
The UK’s strategy to deliver Net Zero is driving a transformation in the energy sectors. They are responsible for 24% of UK greenhouse gas emissions and must fully decarbonise by 2050 while expanding electricity production. Rapid transition to sustainable sources is essential to meet energy security and environmental goals.
We are recruiting a fixed‑term (up to 2 years) Senior Energy Advisor to support regulation and development across combustion plants, waste incineration and refineries. The role involves technical leadership, strategy development, stakeholder engagement and incident response.
Responsibilities
* Provide expert support, technical leadership and training to internal and external stakeholders.
* Develop regulatory strategy for the energy sector and produce tools that support development and environmental outcomes.
* Commission and manage external research projects as required.
* Collaborate with Defra, DESNZ, internal operations teams, trade associations and other industry players.
* Respond to incidents and provide business continuity support during emergencies.
Qualifications & Skills
* Relevant technical and regulatory knowledge of combustion and energy sectors, including control measures for air emissions.
* Experience working within or regulating the energy sector, demonstrated through previous roles or projects.
* Ability to build and maintain good relationships with colleagues, regulators, government, trade bodies and academia.
* Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a record of collaborating successfully to achieve common goals.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively across diverse cultural backgrounds and encourage consideration of diversity issues.
Application Details
Length of contract: up to 2 years.
Applications are assessed anonymously based on competency questions. Interviews are expected to be held in Birmingham by the end of November. The vacancy closes at the end of October. Some travel within the UK may be required.
Contact: Emma Preston or Charlotte Sholl at combustion@environment-agency.gov.uk.
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