Grade 5 Technical Advisor – Hydrometry and Telemetry (Optimisation & Assurance) - 11174
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National
All
Staff Grade 5
Fixed Term
Operational Delivery
£34,879 pro rata
We are looking for a self-motivated individual who is passionate about Hydrometry & Telemetry (H&T) and can help make a real difference to the way in which we deliver water quantity monitoring within the EA.
Working in liaison with a similar role in water quality monitoring, you will ensure we have a clear understanding of the outcomes, evidence and standards our customers expect from the activities we undertake in H&T.
You will drive improvement, efficiency and effectiveness and will be responsible for promoting and embedding optimal ways of working within the H&T community to deliver an efficient and effective service and meet the standards set by customers.
You will also develop and produce assurance measures around prioritised H&T activities. Customers will be assured that they are getting the outcomes and standards they require and providers will be assured they are working efficiently with the rights skills and resources
Working in liaison with a similar role in water quality monitoring, you will ensure we have a clear understanding of the outcomes, evidence and standards our customers expect from the activities we undertake in H&T.
You will drive improvement, efficiency and effectiveness and will be responsible for promoting and embedding optimal ways of working within the H&T community to deliver an efficient and effective service and meet the standards set by customers.
You will also develop and produce assurance measures around prioritised H&T activities. Customers will be assured that they are getting the outcomes and standards they require and providers will be assured they are working efficiently with the rights skills and resources
You will join a highly skilled Hydrometry Programme & Technical Services (HP&TS) team whose roles include:
• Good practice and innovation
• Service costs and resources
• Met Office engagement and rainfall provision
• Training on all aspects of hydrometric fieldwork
HP&TS are part of Environment Monitoring Services in National Operations.
The role location is flexible - preference would be one of the various hubs - Bristol, Exeter, Peterborough, Reading, Leeds, Sheffield, Warrington and Solihull.
• Good practice and innovation
• Service costs and resources
• Met Office engagement and rainfall provision
• Training on all aspects of hydrometric fieldwork
HP&TS are part of Environment Monitoring Services in National Operations.
The role location is flexible - preference would be one of the various hubs - Bristol, Exeter, Peterborough, Reading, Leeds, Sheffield, Warrington and Solihull.
Through experience to date, you should be able to demonstrate most of the following:
• Experience of Hydrometry/Telemetry
• Strong data management skills and experience of interpreting large data sets, particularly in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, and a sound track record of developing and maintaining good working relationships with others
• Excellent communication skills are a must for this role as you’ll be working with a diverse range of people.
The key things we are looking for are energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
• Experience of Hydrometry/Telemetry
• Strong data management skills and experience of interpreting large data sets, particularly in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, and a sound track record of developing and maintaining good working relationships with others
• Excellent communication skills are a must for this role as you’ll be working with a diverse range of people.
The key things we are looking for are energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
Please note that that your answers to the capability questions will be used to determine interview selection.
For any questions relating to this role, please contact: Robb Turner (HP&TS Team Leader) robb.turner@environment-agency.gov.uk or 0203 025 8850
This vacancy is offered as a 9 month internal assignment from July 2019 until 31 March 2020.
Interviews are scheduled to take place on 28th June 2019.
For any questions relating to this role, please contact: Robb Turner (HP&TS Team Leader) robb.turner@environment-agency.gov.uk or 0203 025 8850
This vacancy is offered as a 9 month internal assignment from July 2019 until 31 March 2020.
Interviews are scheduled to take place on 28th June 2019.
19/06/2019, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
9 Months
Influences and Persuades Others
Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly; often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail.
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Finds and delivers optimal solutions by effectively analysing all the information, probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions.
Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality
Identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods, processes and without, compromising quality or accuracy.
Builds and Sustains Relationships
Develops and maintains effective working relationships
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.