Job Description
About the team
The Flood Risk Management Team has a statutory role under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010 to manage flood risk from surface water, ordinary watercourse, and groundwater. Our team focuses on investigating flooding, working with partners, and supporting residents, to reduce flood risk and take an active role in water management across the County working locally, and nationally.
With the impacts of Climate Change beginning to be seen, our teams ambition is to help the county understand the impacts of climate change and how to live with water, as well as implement flood mitigation measures that are both traditional as well as innovative.
As a team we understand the vital part we play in partnership working, this means that this role will see you get involved with lots of different teams internally as well as externally. We are creative, forward-thinking team that work together to find solutions and looking for someone who want be part of this and think outside the box to help the residents of Hertfordshire.
About the roleAs a Senior Flood Risk Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading the flood risk management team. You will also act as a deputy for the Operations Manager when required.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Deputise for the Operations Manager: Act as the Operations Manager in their...