Overview
Senior Advisor Contaminated Land and Minewaters - 31670
We are seeking a strategic thinker with a proven track record of delivery and experience in land contamination and/or abandoned mines to join the national Land & Contamination Management team as a Senior Advisor. The role leads innovative project work to tackle the historic legacy of land contamination and water pollution from abandoned mines.
Responsibilities
* Be the Environment Agency’s Programme Executive for both the Contaminated Land and Water and Abandoned Metal Mines Programmes.
* Support and deliver on contentious issues arising from legacy contamination, helping to support Government growth ambitions and our commitments under the Environmental Improvement Plan.
* Build positive relationships with Defra and other government departments, stakeholders and partners, including leading national engagement with the Mining Remediation Authority on dealing with water pollution caused by historical coal mining and recovering heat from underground coal mines.
* Share technical expertise across the broad spectrum of the land contamination portfolio, including remediation via voluntary remediation or spatial planning, review and update of environmental permits for treatment of contaminated soils and groundwater, regulation of Part 2A Special Sites, and preparation/publication of State of Contaminated Land Reports.
* Lead and manage a small number of direct reports working in this technical field.
Team and Culture
You will join the Land & Contamination Management Team in the Environment & Business (E&B) Directorate. We’re a dispersed team and work with a wide range of technical and project teams across the country. We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation, and secure resources.
Experience/Skills Required
* Technical expertise and experience of tackling legacy contamination from land contamination and/or pollution from abandoned mines (preferably both) and how you manage risks and challenges.
* Operational knowledge and experience of the relevant legislation and statutory/best practice technical guidance. A thorough understanding of the Contaminated Land Regime under Part 2A EPA 1990 is desirable.
* Project and programme management experience including investigation/remediation of land affected by contamination or water polluted by abandoned mines, delivering results to time, cost and quality.
* Experience of successfully leading and managing high-performing teams.
* Experience of informing and influencing government departments or stakeholders on contentious or complex topics.
Technical requirements
* Qualified to at least degree level in a relevant discipline (Essential).
* Chartered or working towards chartership (Desirable).
Working arrangements
EA Office base location, with flexible/hybrid working as this is a national role. Some travel and overnights may be required. We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel.
Additional information
Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries: phil.whitaker@environment-agency.gov.uk. Applications are “blind” assessed using competency questions. Interviews are held via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date. If you consent to a reserve list, your details may be held for 6 months for potential alternative posts. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. We guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability meeting minimum criteria.
Competencies
Competence 1 – Manages Self: Has full awareness of own strengths, weaknesses, impact and approach. Competence 2 – Programme and Project Management: Plans and manages programmes to achieve objectives cost-effectively. Competence 3 – Leads People: Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others. Competence 4 – Influences and Persuades Others: Presenting a case effectively to win support for plans. These competencies may be assessed through competency questions in the candidate pack.
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