Technical Specialist (Hydrology) - 15946
1
North West
Warrington
Richard Fairclough House
Staff Grade 5
Permanent
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability, Operational Delivery
£36,389
We are looking for an experienced hydrologist with strong technical leadership to join our Cumbria and Lancashire Hydrology team.
As Technical Specialist you will:
• Support, coach and mentor the hydrologists in the team
• Support the team leader in determining technical direction and priorities
• Manage and provide specialist advice on projects and programmes
• Carry out complex water resources hydrology work
• Manage the technical work of the team
The team investigate, monitor and model medium and low flows in the river. This plays a critical role in decision making for water resources issues and their impact on the environment. Working in the team you will provide technical expertise and advice on a range of water resource management activities, including:
• Drought incident management
• Quality assessment of river flow data and gauging station network review
• Hydrological assessment for catchment abstraction management
• Restoring sustainable abstraction investigations
• Hydrological assessment for Water Framework Directive
• Appraisal of water company management plans
As Technical Specialist you will:
• Support, coach and mentor the hydrologists in the team
• Support the team leader in determining technical direction and priorities
• Manage and provide specialist advice on projects and programmes
• Carry out complex water resources hydrology work
• Manage the technical work of the team
The team investigate, monitor and model medium and low flows in the river. This plays a critical role in decision making for water resources issues and their impact on the environment. Working in the team you will provide technical expertise and advice on a range of water resource management activities, including:
• Drought incident management
• Quality assessment of river flow data and gauging station network review
• Hydrological assessment for catchment abstraction management
• Restoring sustainable abstraction investigations
• Hydrological assessment for Water Framework Directive
• Appraisal of water company management plans
The post is in the Cumbria & Lancashire Groundwater, Hydrology and Contaminated Land team. The team's hydrologists are based in the Warrington office. They work closely with many internal teams and also with external customers and partners. These include water companies, consultants, catchment groups, developers, Rivers Trusts, Natural England and the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology.
Academic qualifications of minimum degree level (or equivalent), ideally MSc in Hydrology or equivalent in a relevant environmental discipline (Geography, Environmental Sciences or Civil Engineering)
Significant experience in water resources hydrology (minimum five years)
Ability to analyse complex hydrological problems and review modelling techniques
In depth technical knowledge of data collation, interpretation, processing and quality analysis
Record of innovation leading to improvements in the delivery of hydrological advice and analysis
Leads and promotes the technical development of team members through inspirational mentoring and scientific integrity
Develops plans, identifies and delivers tasks that balance the priorities of immediate and future environmental and business risks
Develops and maintains good relationships with internal and external customers
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential
Significant experience in water resources hydrology (minimum five years)
Ability to analyse complex hydrological problems and review modelling techniques
In depth technical knowledge of data collation, interpretation, processing and quality analysis
Record of innovation leading to improvements in the delivery of hydrological advice and analysis
Leads and promotes the technical development of team members through inspirational mentoring and scientific integrity
Develops plans, identifies and delivers tasks that balance the priorities of immediate and future environmental and business risks
Develops and maintains good relationships with internal and external customers
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential
For further details please contact Helen Moorhouse 02030250613 or by email helen.moorhouse@environment-agency.gov.uk or Kerry Diamond 02030251437 or by email kerry.diamond@environment-agency.gov.uk
You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
06/12/2020, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality
Please tell us about a time when you have developed and implemented an improvement to the way things work. What were the main challenges and what did you learn?
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Please tell us about a time when you have had to make a decision to solve a significant issue based on complex information. How did you make your decision?
Influences and Persuades Others
Please tell us about a time when you have successfully influenced key stakeholders to accept your advice in the face of challenge. How did you influence?
Numerical Modelling and Forecasting
We use hydrological models (catchment rainfall runoff models and low flows models) and reservoir models to estimate water availability for drought management in the catchment. Please briefly outline the benefits and risks of decision making based on model outputs.
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.