Job Title and Agency
Fluvial Flood Risk Modelling Advisor – 32403 at Environment Agency.
Overview
We are recruiting a fluvial flood risk modelling advisor to join our national flood risk evidence modelling service. The team supports and assures the Environment Agency’s Flood and Coastal Risk Management programmes to deliver our core ambition of a nation resilient to climate change. Our modelling services provide the evidence base for flood management and inform strategic decision‑making, supporting the ambitions of EA2030.
Responsibilities
* Advise flood management teams on hydraulic and hydrological modelling; providing expert technical input and professional support.
* Actively nurture talent, foster collaboration, and create a continuous learning environment where professional growth is prioritised, while investing in your own development.
* Communicate flood risk analyses and uncertainty to internal & external stakeholders.
* Advise on appropriate tools and techniques for hydraulic and hydrological modelling approaches.
* Showcase a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture.
* Foster innovation to become more efficient and sustainable.
* Use your technical skills to support incident response.
Qualifications
* Expert knowledge in flood modelling and hydrology.
* Experience with flood modelling software such as Flood Estimation, Guidelines, Flood Modeller, TuFLOW, and InfoWorks ICM.
* Experience in data processing and management, and GIS software packages.
* Mentoring and coaching skills, as well as a commitment to continuous development.
* Ability to work individually and as part of a team to make decisions and solve problems.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues and build effective stakeholder relationships.
* Positive health, safety and wellbeing behaviours with a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity.
* Influencing and persuading skills.
* Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits
We offer flexible working opportunities, 27 days annual leave, 37‑hour working weeks, an award‑winning pension fund and a range of employee benefits. The role is based in England with flexibility around office locations and national travel as required.
Contact
For more information or to discuss the post, please contact Emma Dauben at emma.dauben@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Interview Information
Interviews will be held in January 2026 via Microsoft Teams.
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