Senior Advisor (Water resources security of supply) - 9312
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National
Various
Various
Staff Grade 6
Secondment
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability
£43,777 pro-rata
You have a unique chance to be part of shaping how water companies will plan their future water supplies and the actions they will take during a drought. We’re looking for an E&B Senior Advisor to lead our technical work and support our liaison with Defra and partner regulators.
This autumn we are advising Defra on the current water resource management plans (WRMPs), but are already looking ahead to the changes we’d like to see for the next round of WRMPs and drought plans and how we can improve our guidance to the water companies. This will be our priority work over the next two years.
We also support senior managers and others in their liaison with water companies and the work of the water resources national framework.
This autumn we are advising Defra on the current water resource management plans (WRMPs), but are already looking ahead to the changes we’d like to see for the next round of WRMPs and drought plans and how we can improve our guidance to the water companies. This will be our priority work over the next two years.
We also support senior managers and others in their liaison with water companies and the work of the water resources national framework.
The Security of Supply team leads on water company planning for both long-term water company WRMPs and drought plans. We are responsible for delivering guidance to water companies in collaboration with Defra, Ofwat, the DWI and Natural Resources Wales. Water companies produce WRMP annual reviews, and we report on their progress to Defra.
We support Defra on related work areas and technical water resource planning issues.
We support Defra on related work areas and technical water resource planning issues.
• Focus on customer and partners
• Business of the EA
• Takes decisions and solves problems
• Delivers results through others
• Influence and persuade
• Achieves results
You will have a background in water resources and be able to take decisions and solve problems. You will understand the importance of delivering results and have experience of engaging with a range of customers and partners. We are a small team and you’ll need to be flexible and able to work dynamically so we can support each other to deliver a high workload.
You’ll be qualified to at least degree standard (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline and possess proven ability and/or knowledge of water resource issues.
Other key requirements for this job include excellent communication skills, proficiency in word and excel along with a passion for analysis and problem-solving.
• Business of the EA
• Takes decisions and solves problems
• Delivers results through others
• Influence and persuade
• Achieves results
You will have a background in water resources and be able to take decisions and solve problems. You will understand the importance of delivering results and have experience of engaging with a range of customers and partners. We are a small team and you’ll need to be flexible and able to work dynamically so we can support each other to deliver a high workload.
You’ll be qualified to at least degree standard (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline and possess proven ability and/or knowledge of water resource issues.
Other key requirements for this job include excellent communication skills, proficiency in word and excel along with a passion for analysis and problem-solving.
Closing Date: 15th November 2018 at 23:55 hours
The role can be based in any E&B hub, but will include travel to various office locations for meetings. For further details please contact – Polly Chancellor, Security of Supply Manager on 0203 0252436 or by email: polly.chancellor@environment-agency.gov.uk. You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
We are fully committed to having an 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.
Diversity: it’s in our nature.
The role can be based in any E&B hub, but will include travel to various office locations for meetings. For further details please contact – Polly Chancellor, Security of Supply Manager on 0203 0252436 or by email: polly.chancellor@environment-agency.gov.uk. You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
We are fully committed to having an 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.
Diversity: it’s in our nature.
15/11/2018, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
18 months
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.
Confronts head-on difficult situations where major decisions have to be made quickly and makes sound decisions based on complex or incomplete information and/or within limited timescales.
Confronts head-on difficult situations where major decisions have to be made quickly and makes sound decisions based on complex or incomplete information and/or within limited timescales.
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses
Takes personal responsibility to meet customer needs; is polite, courteous and professional. Ensures customers receive consistent and clear messages supported by accurate and timely information and anticipates and balances the needs of a range of customers with conflicting priorities.
Takes personal responsibility to meet customer needs; is polite, courteous and professional. Ensures customers receive consistent and clear messages supported by accurate and timely information and anticipates and balances the needs of a range of customers with conflicting priorities.
Business of the Environment Agency
Understands the direction, goals and business of the Environment Agency, enhancing and protecting, at all times, the Environment Agency’s work and interests.
Knows the key strategic roles identified by the Environment Agency in response to the environmental, business and operational challenges it faces in the coming years, including associated targets and measure of success. Demonstrates an understanding of how others interface and exchange data with mutual contacts external to the Environment Agency.
Knows the key strategic roles identified by the Environment Agency in response to the environmental, business and operational challenges it faces in the coming years, including associated targets and measure of success. Demonstrates an understanding of how others interface and exchange data with mutual contacts external to the Environment Agency.
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.