Water Resources Planner - 14121
2
East Midlands, East of England, South West
Brampton , Bristol , Exeter , Ipswich , Lincoln , Norwich , Peterborough
Brampton Office, Manley House, Dragonfly House, Iceni House, Kingfisher House, Horizon House, Ceres House, 2 Searby Rd, LN2 4DT
Staff Grade 4
Fixed Term
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability, Planning, Strategy
£28,123 pro rata
Do you have a passion for our most precious and challenging resource? Are you motivated by the chance to make a difference to the way we manage water resources? Do you want to help improve the environment through the way we regulate water resources?
If so, we’re looking for 2 Water Resources Officers with great enthusiasm and strong desire to learn new technical skills to join our teams in Operations Catchments Services.
You will be happy to work on a diverse range of tasks including: strategic water resources planning, WRMPs (Water Resource Management Plans), DMPs (Drought Management Plans) and drought planning, providing strategic advice and technical input, conducting annual reviews on Water Companies, contribute to portfolio work, and input into WR Regional Planning. You will be an active member of technical projects in the service and lead technical engagement with water companies and other external stakeholders. Your role will directly contribute to ensuring that plans are in place for a safe and secure supply of water now and into the future, whilst protecting the environment.
If so, we’re looking for 2 Water Resources Officers with great enthusiasm and strong desire to learn new technical skills to join our teams in Operations Catchments Services.
You will be happy to work on a diverse range of tasks including: strategic water resources planning, WRMPs (Water Resource Management Plans), DMPs (Drought Management Plans) and drought planning, providing strategic advice and technical input, conducting annual reviews on Water Companies, contribute to portfolio work, and input into WR Regional Planning. You will be an active member of technical projects in the service and lead technical engagement with water companies and other external stakeholders. Your role will directly contribute to ensuring that plans are in place for a safe and secure supply of water now and into the future, whilst protecting the environment.
OCS Water Resources influence and ensure the right investments are made to protect and enhance the immediate and longer term needs of the environment. Our impact on the environment can be measured in £billions and you will play your part in this along with Water Quality, Evidence Delivery, Account Managers, and Environment Programme teams. Water Resources is an exciting place to be, don’t miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of this work.
We are seeking 2 individuals, ideally with a background in water resources planning, and an interest in applying their knowledge to impact on the safety and sustainability of our water supply.
You will be qualified to at least degree standard (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, and/or possess proven relevant/appropriate workplace experience. You will have proven ability/expert knowledge that incorporates some of the following:
- Water resources planning and issues.
- Effective working with external organisations, particularly water companies.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Interpreting/evaluating evidence to propose effective solutions for challenging problems
- Shaping and facilitating change/new ways of working to improve efficient and productivity.
- Good data analysis skills
- Additional skills in a related technical discipline would be an advantage, for example: WR modelling, hydrology, licensing, supply and demand forecasting.
You will be qualified to at least degree standard (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, and/or possess proven relevant/appropriate workplace experience. You will have proven ability/expert knowledge that incorporates some of the following:
- Water resources planning and issues.
- Effective working with external organisations, particularly water companies.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Interpreting/evaluating evidence to propose effective solutions for challenging problems
- Shaping and facilitating change/new ways of working to improve efficient and productivity.
- Good data analysis skills
- Additional skills in a related technical discipline would be an advantage, for example: WR modelling, hydrology, licensing, supply and demand forecasting.
Please note the role will require some travel to other Environment Agency sites, external meetings and occasional overnight stays.
Interviews will take place on the 11th or 12th March 2020 in Peterborough.
If you would like to know more about the role please contact Georgina Snelling on tel. 07769362826 or email georgina.snelling@environment-agency.gov.uk, or Sam Bunce on tel. 07785458138 or email samantha.bunce@environment-agency.gov.uk
More information can be found in the candidate pack. Our ultimate aim is for an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity in the communities we work with and the environment we protect.
Interviews will take place on the 11th or 12th March 2020 in Peterborough.
If you would like to know more about the role please contact Georgina Snelling on tel. 07769362826 or email georgina.snelling@environment-agency.gov.uk, or Sam Bunce on tel. 07785458138 or email samantha.bunce@environment-agency.gov.uk
More information can be found in the candidate pack. Our ultimate aim is for an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity in the communities we work with and the environment we protect.
09/02/2020, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
12 months
Data and Information Management
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
Manages Self
Has full awareness of own strengths, weaknesses, impact and approach.
Effectively organises self and takes personal responsibility for own role in the Environment Agency.
Effectively organises self and takes personal responsibility for own role in the Environment Agency.
Communicates Effectively
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Strategic Environment Planning
Develops, delivers and implements strategic plans for the sustainable use, protection and improvement of our environment.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.