Project Officer Land Management Project - 19459
2
South West
Bodmin , Exeter , Launceston
Sir John Moore House, Pennygillam Depot, Manley House
Staff Grade 4
Fixed Term
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability
£28,785 pro-rata
A fantastic opportunity has arisen covering Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly working on the ground to be part of the Land Management Project.
We are looking for an Officer to work with landowners and managers to provide solutions to pollution and flooding caused by inappropriate land management practices.
You will work across Devon and Cornwall on a programme of catchments and river systems targeted by Agency and partner evidence. You will be responsible for customer relations, reporting and regulation where required.
You will ensure that environmental improvements are delivered through effective and innovative interventions, applying your experience of agricultural land management and suitable regulatory approaches.
You will work closely with land managers, a wide range of stakeholders and internal teams to address problems.
We are looking for an Officer to work with landowners and managers to provide solutions to pollution and flooding caused by inappropriate land management practices.
You will work across Devon and Cornwall on a programme of catchments and river systems targeted by Agency and partner evidence. You will be responsible for customer relations, reporting and regulation where required.
You will ensure that environmental improvements are delivered through effective and innovative interventions, applying your experience of agricultural land management and suitable regulatory approaches.
You will work closely with land managers, a wide range of stakeholders and internal teams to address problems.
As a member of the Devon Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Environment Programme Team you will join a dynamic group which includes an Environment Programme Manager, Project Managers and Catchment Coordinators. We are a friendly, enthusiastic and supportive team with a good reputation for working across functions and organisations to make a positive difference to people and the environment.
Experience/skills required
You will have :
• an excellent understanding and experience of agriculture.
• an environmental or agricultural qualification and/or practical experience
• an ability to develop and maintain good relationships with internal and external customers
• experience of working under own initiative and as part of a team to make decisions and achieve planned outcomes
• good organisational and IT skills
You will be able to talk to landowners with a good understanding of the challenges currently being experienced
Preferred but not essential
A Level 1 Environment Agency Warrant
An understanding of soils and how agricultural practices can cause damage and suitable soil improvement techniques.
An understanding of the Farming Rules for Water and the Environment Agency's Enforcement and Sanctions Policy.
You will have :
• an excellent understanding and experience of agriculture.
• an environmental or agricultural qualification and/or practical experience
• an ability to develop and maintain good relationships with internal and external customers
• experience of working under own initiative and as part of a team to make decisions and achieve planned outcomes
• good organisational and IT skills
You will be able to talk to landowners with a good understanding of the challenges currently being experienced
Preferred but not essential
A Level 1 Environment Agency Warrant
An understanding of soils and how agricultural practices can cause damage and suitable soil improvement techniques.
An understanding of the Farming Rules for Water and the Environment Agency's Enforcement and Sanctions Policy.
This is a 2 year fixed term contract or assignment (for internal assignment you must have the agreement of your line manager that you can apply and then take up the position within 2 months of interview).
If future funding is secured the post may become permanent although this is not guaranteed.
You will need a valid driving licence as regular travel to site and partner offices is required. Occasionally you may be required to attend evening meetings with partners, there is no out of hours/ standby responsibilities associated with the Land Management Project.
For further details please contact by email: hugh.davey@environment-agency.gov.uk
Selection for interview is based on competency answers only, no CV required.
If future funding is secured the post may become permanent although this is not guaranteed.
You will need a valid driving licence as regular travel to site and partner offices is required. Occasionally you may be required to attend evening meetings with partners, there is no out of hours/ standby responsibilities associated with the Land Management Project.
For further details please contact by email: hugh.davey@environment-agency.gov.uk
Selection for interview is based on competency answers only, no CV required.
03/10/2021, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Up to 2 years
Communicates Effectively
Can you describe your approach to communicating technical information to landowners ? Give examples please.
Influences and Persuades Others
Please describe an example where you have been successful in persuading and gaining agreement in difficult circumstances.
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Please describe your approach to dealing with agricultural issues on site.
Full driving licence
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.