Hydrogeologist Officer (Groundwater and Contaminated Land) - 31672
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Job Description
The Environment Agency’s Kent, South London and East Sussex Groundwater and Contaminated Land team are looking for a qualified and experienced Hydrogeologist Officer to join their team.
The Environment Agency is committed to an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds.
Kent has a great variety of geological and groundwater interests and pressures. Groundwater supports rivers, wetlands and essential sectors in industry and agriculture; it also serves over 70% of Kent’s private water supply for over 5 Water Companies in the area. The team supports regulation and management of groundwater resources in various ways, including:
* Responding to planning consultations from local authorities.
* Providing technical advice to customers on sites affected by land contamination.
* Working with the National Permitting Service to determine Environmental Permits and consents.
* Providing groundwater quality advice to internal and external customers and stakeholders, especially other teams within the area.
* Supporting the team’s technical specialists in progressing groundwater quality projects.
By doing the above, you will play a critical role in safeguarding groundwater quality and ensuring improvements are achieved.
Office location is ideally Addington, with other Kent offices including Tonbridge and Canterbury also considered. We offer hybrid working with a mix of office and home working where appropriate.
Eligibility
To be eligible, you must:
* Have the right to work in the UK
* Provide a verifiable employment history
* Have a valid UK driver’s licence
Please note this role does NOT qualify for skilled worker sponsorship. You can seek expert, professional advice at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration.
The Team
Covering the whole of Kent, South London and East Sussex (KSLES), the team is dispersed across offices. We work with other teams across the Environment Agency, external customers and partners through written communication, in person, virtual meetings and site visits. We prioritise personal and professional development, including supporting membership to two relevant professional bodies.
Experience/skills Required
You will hold a degree in Hydrogeology, Geological Science, Earth Science, or have relevant work experience. You will be able to demonstrate experience and/or awareness of:
* Groundwater quality and land contamination issues
* Problem solving and risk-based decision making based on complex or incomplete information
* Understanding of key environmental legislation and guidance
* Understanding of the planning regime, including the role of local authorities, the Environment Agency and other regulatory bodies
* Ability to present clear, reasoned justification for decisions using technical knowledge
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a variety of customers
* Ability to work as part of a team to achieve common goals
* IT and data handling skills
Membership of a relevant professional body, or chartered status, is desirable.
Contact and additional information
Interviews will be face to face at our West Malling Office and will include a technical assessment exercise and a capability interview. The technical assessment must be passed to proceed to the capability interview. Interview dates to be confirmed. For details contact Rebecca Buhrmann at Rebecca.buhrmann@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Responding to incidents is a central part of our work. You will be required to have an incident role and be available to respond to incidents/provide business continuity support during incidents.
You will be required to travel within Kent and South London regularly, including a minimum of 1 day per week for in-office team meetings. Travel to other EA locations will be required occasionally for meetings and training.
Additional information
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. Please include any information regarding preferred working arrangements in your application. We have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.
The Environment Agency is a Non-Departmental Public Body and uses government frameworks/contracts for recruitment. We do not engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls for recruitment. Details on becoming a supplier are available at 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.
Role-specific license requirements: Full UK Driving Licence
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
We look forward to your application.
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