Technical Officer – Groundwater Protection - 16045
1
National, South East
Home Working , Wallingford , All, Various
Staff Grade 4
Permanent
Full Time, Part Time, Compressed Hours
Analytical
£28,785 Pro-rata
An exciting opportunity has arisen to help protect and enhance our valuable groundwater resource in Thames area. As part of a well-established and highly regarded team, you will apply your existing skills and experience to securing the sustainable management of our groundwater resources and quality.
The successful applicant will:
• Provide technical support to protect groundwater in Thames area through mechanisms including environmental permitting and the planning regime
• Interpret technical information including geological, hydrogeological and land quality data, conceptualise understanding in four dimensions, undertake hydrogeological risk assessments and deliver decisions to protect groundwater which are based on sound evidence and good practice
• Provide technical advice and support on a wide range of activities including waste management, effluent discharges to ground, pollution incidents and remediation schemes, water resources catchment planning and management and water resource permits
• Advise on the application of environmental legislation and guidance
• Contribute to managing the monitoring network and the data produced
• Build relationships and engage positively with a variety of internal and external customers
The successful applicant will:
• Provide technical support to protect groundwater in Thames area through mechanisms including environmental permitting and the planning regime
• Interpret technical information including geological, hydrogeological and land quality data, conceptualise understanding in four dimensions, undertake hydrogeological risk assessments and deliver decisions to protect groundwater which are based on sound evidence and good practice
• Provide technical advice and support on a wide range of activities including waste management, effluent discharges to ground, pollution incidents and remediation schemes, water resources catchment planning and management and water resource permits
• Advise on the application of environmental legislation and guidance
• Contribute to managing the monitoring network and the data produced
• Build relationships and engage positively with a variety of internal and external customers
The team focuses on protecting and improving groundwater in an area where people and wildlife are heavily reliant on this resource. Our groundwater protection work includes the provision of expert advice to customers to support environmental permitting.
We respond to planning consultations, including high profile infrastructure and developments, and give risk-based technical and regulatory advice on land contamination sites. We also provide technical expertise and advice on a range of water resource management activities.
We respond to planning consultations, including high profile infrastructure and developments, and give risk-based technical and regulatory advice on land contamination sites. We also provide technical expertise and advice on a range of water resource management activities.
We are seeking someone who is experienced in groundwater protection who is versatile, self-motivated and can quickly contribute to the work of our busy team. The successful applicant will:
• Hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant geoscience discipline
• Have experience of land and groundwater contamination issues and of how groundwater resources are managed and regulated
• Be a great communicator with an ability to present clear, well-reasoned arguments based on understanding a range of environmental issues
• Manage, analyse and present a range of environmental data
• Have good IT skills and be able to use of a range of computer systems including GIS and MS Office
• Have experience of undertaking hydrogeological risk assessments and understand how to apply their outputs
• Good knowledge of relevant environmental legislation
• Be supported to undertake a role in the Environment Agency’s wider response to pollution and flooding incidents
• Hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant geoscience discipline
• Have experience of land and groundwater contamination issues and of how groundwater resources are managed and regulated
• Be a great communicator with an ability to present clear, well-reasoned arguments based on understanding a range of environmental issues
• Manage, analyse and present a range of environmental data
• Have good IT skills and be able to use of a range of computer systems including GIS and MS Office
• Have experience of undertaking hydrogeological risk assessments and understand how to apply their outputs
• Good knowledge of relevant environmental legislation
• Be supported to undertake a role in the Environment Agency’s wider response to pollution and flooding incidents
The role will be based in our Wallingford office however remote working options may be considered. Occasional external meetings and site visits will also be required.
For further information contact Jon Woodcock at jonathan.woodcock@environment-agency.gov.uk or 07766991516, or Antonia Shakerley at antonia.shakerley@environment-agency.gov.uk or 07824569778
The Environment Agency is an organisation that is inclusive, values your views, and is striving to improve the environment. We want to reflect the diverse communities that we serve in both our staff and their behaviours. We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we champion diversity at every opportunity.
For further information contact Jon Woodcock at jonathan.woodcock@environment-agency.gov.uk or 07766991516, or Antonia Shakerley at antonia.shakerley@environment-agency.gov.uk or 07824569778
The Environment Agency is an organisation that is inclusive, values your views, and is striving to improve the environment. We want to reflect the diverse communities that we serve in both our staff and their behaviours. We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we champion diversity at every opportunity.
17/12/2020, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Achieves Results
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
Explain with examples the practical steps and routines you follow to manage your workload and maximise your effectiveness. Give an example when these strategies have been particularly effective and when you have had to adapt to meet a particular workload challenge.
Explain with examples the practical steps and routines you follow to manage your workload and maximise your effectiveness. Give an example when these strategies have been particularly effective and when you have had to adapt to meet a particular workload challenge.
Strategic Environment Planning
Develops, delivers and implements strategic plans for the sustainable use , protection and improvement of our environment. Produces plans, engages partners and ensures delivery..
Describe a time when you have produced a written plan to give a structured approach to a desired outcome. How did you collect the necessary information, tailor your language to the intended audience, and check on the effectiveness of the plan?
Describe a time when you have produced a written plan to give a structured approach to a desired outcome. How did you collect the necessary information, tailor your language to the intended audience, and check on the effectiveness of the plan?
Multi-dimensional Conceptualisation
Collects and visualises information in three or four dimensions in order to gain a greater understanding of the information.
Describe an occasion when you have worked with a conceptualisation you have developed in four dimensions to draw robust and defensible conclusions. How did you deal with complexity, variability and take account of uncertainty?
Describe an occasion when you have worked with a conceptualisation you have developed in four dimensions to draw robust and defensible conclusions. How did you deal with complexity, variability and take account of uncertainty?
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.