Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to help deliver 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.
Responsibilities
* Monitor compliance with the Reservoirs Act 1975 for the 2140 reservoirs in England.
* Manage day-to-day correspondence.
* Record incoming documentation on our database to ensure 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 Act.
Team and role details
We are committed to an inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies. This role is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week). You will join the Environmental Assessment and Reservoir Regulation department, part of the Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) Directorate. The Reservoir Regulation team is nationally dispersed (25+ staff) responsible for regulating the more than 2140 large raised reservoirs in England. Some travel and overnight stays will be required.
Experience / Qualifications
* Good verbal and written communications skills
* Attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload
Contact and additional information
For further information or an informal chat about the role contact Liana King. Interviews will take place remotely on Microsoft Teams week commencing 06 October 2025. Email: liana.king@environment-agency.gov.uk
This is a part-time job share (22.2 hours per week). This is a national role so you can be based at any Environment Agency office.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and offer flexible working patterns, including job share. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support applicants with disabilities. The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service; if you are applying from Civil Service, you would not be a Crown Servant on appointment. We operate within government frameworks and contracts for external recruitment needs.
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