Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to help deliver our regulatory responsibilities as the Enforcement Authority for the Reservoirs Act 1975 in England. The Reservoirs Act helps to ensure the safe operation and management of dams.
This role is part-time (22.2 hours per week) and is a job share. Some travel and overnight stays will be required. The role is national and can be based at any Environment Agency office.
Responsibilities
* monitor our day-to-day correspondence
* record incoming documentation on our database to ensure 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 Reservoirs Act 1975
Team and Department
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 of 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
Interviews will take place remotely on Microsoft Teams week commencing 06 October 2025. For further information or an informal chat about the role contact Liana King at liana.king@environment-agency.gov.uk. This is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week).
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 applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria. The Environment Agency is committed to providing value for money and uses Central Government frameworks for external recruitment. For information on becoming a supplier through the Crown Commercial Service, please visit the Crown Commercial Service website.
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