Technical Author - Inorganic chemicals - UK BAT - 32437
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Job Description
Do you want to make a lasting positive change to the environment? As a Technical author in the UK BAT team you can.
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share.
Large Volume Inorganic Chemicals (LVIC) installations are required to use ‘Best Available Techniques’ (BAT) to reduce emissions to air, water and land. We’ve established a process for the definition of BAT within the UK. The regime will use the BAT concept principles of a transparent, collaborative, data and evidence led process that safeguards and builds on the current high levels of environmental protection. Central to this process will be the UK BAT Author.
Responsibilities
* Draft BAT Conclusions
* Liaise with Technical Working Groups
* Present a final document suitable for publication as a new, UK-wide, environmental standard for industry
* Have specialist knowledge and understanding of the LVIC industry
* Have a good understanding of process engineering and environmental issues
* Have a good understanding of environmental legislation and policy in the UK
* Possess the capability to critically analyse technical arguments and data
* Demonstrate the ability to work with, and write technical documents
* Have good project management skills and a drive to complete
We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, but some travel and overnight stays may be required.
You’ll join our UK BAT Team. We lead on delivery of new environmental standards for UK Industry. We’re embedded within the Environment & Business (E&B) Directorate but report to DEFRA and the Standards Council for progress and delivery.
In E&B we promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation and secure resources.
Experience/skills Required
You will have at least 5 years working experience, and a solid understanding of environmental regulation LVIC industry.
* the large Volume inorganic chemicals industry
* UK and EU industrial environmental legislation, in particular the IED and the Environmental Permitting Regulations
You will be skilled at
* collection and technical analysis of complex industrial data
* understanding the implications of BAT Conclusions in permits, on industry and the environment
* verbal and written communication
* building and maintaining relationships
* planning, prioritising and organising tasks and resources to ensure timely and effective results
* responding flexibly to challenges and adept at building consensus
* ability to work effectively with people from different backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work
A range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided.
Contact and additional information
We’re committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve, so welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds.
Join our information call about this role on the 9th December at 16:00.
For more information about working for us, who to contact regarding these roles and how to apply please read the Candidate Pack and Additional information document.
If you have any queries, or want to discuss working patterns, base locations etc, please contact paul.stevens@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications will be “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews will be held using MS Teams with 4 capability based questions and a presentation.
We’ll hold a reserve list for 6 months. Depending on your skills/experience you may be offered an alternative post.
Length of contract
up to 2 years from appointment
Competence 1: Communicates Effectively
Please consider the situation, task, action, and result (STAR) when structuring your answers.
UK-BAT will require effective communication with many differing stakeholders, sometimes involving large scale events.
Question: Can you give me an example of where you have employed effective communication techniques and describe how these were pivotal for success? How have you dealt with difficult customers?
* Is an active listener, has time for people; seeks their contribution.
* Uses full range of communication methods to ensure effective understanding.
* Considers needs of and impact on audience, anticipates reactions and uses appropriate communication method and style.
* Prepares written reports and data in clear, readable and accurate manner, using appropriate grammar, syntax and style.
* Ensures communication is two-way; responds and acts on feedback.
* When presenting is easily understood and inspires attention from an audience.
* Is clear and to the point when speaking.
* Anticipates the main issues and prepares responses.
Competence 2: Influences and Persuades Others
Description: UK BAT is built on evidence led approach to gain consensus on technical matters. It is important to be able prepare convincing arguments on complex issues and present the information logically, concisely, and persuasively.
Question: Can you tell me of a time when you presented a view in a convincing way that positively influenced or persuaded them?
* Gather relevant data, marshals facts and prepares sound arguments.
* Listen to other’s opinions, understanding their viewpoints, needs and concerns; respond appropriately; lobby others in advance.
* Present a credible case and explain the benefits to the audience/listener; anticipate the main objections/arguments.
* Respond to the needs and style of the listener when influencing.
* Seek to achieve a “win-win” outcome and develop the relationship with the person(s) being influenced.
* Prepare convincing written arguments on complex issues, presenting information logically, concisely and persuasively.
* Able to modify and reformulate case, read the listener’s mood and adjust accordingly.
* Plan and prepare influencing strategies for key players and opinion leaders.
Competence 3: Achieves Results
Question: Tell me about a piece of work that you are proud of, how you achieved it, and what was the positive result?
* Can be relied upon to regularly exceed goals agreed.
* Is tenacious and perseveres when others might give up and by doing so achieves the desired results.
* Anticipates forthcoming issues and adjusts actions as necessary.
* Willing to put in extra effort to meet urgent deadlines when required; shows dedication and commitment “goes the extra mile”.
* Is resilient and performs well under pressure; responds positively to setbacks and develops alternative action.
Competence 4: Environmental Awareness
Question: Can you tell me of a time when you have demonstrated an appreciation of the impact that regulated activities have on the environment?
* Appreciates the impact that activities have on the environment and identifies ways to protect and preserve the environment for the future [and limit negative environmental impact].
* Maintains environmental management standards and reports issues of non-compliance.
* Establishes the need, plans and initiates an environmental monitoring programme to meet requirements.
Seniority level
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type: Full-time
Job function
Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
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