Flood and Coastal Risk Management Officer (Enforcement) - 8555
1
East of England
King's Lynn
Kings Lynn Office
Staff Grade 4
Permanent
Full Time
Operational Delivery
£27,138
This is a diverse role in Asset Performance inspecting flood and coastal risk management assets and to deliver the prevention and remediation of illegal and prohibited activities including:
• damage to flood defences, river control structures and large raised reservoirs
• obstructions to the proper flow of main rivers (conveyance) and floodplain capacity
• the obstruction of the Environment Agency to access main river and coastal defences for maintenance and emergency works
• works defined as flood risk activities causing harm to the environment in contravention of flood risk activity permit
• works carried out as a flood risk activity without a required environmental permit
• works in contravention of local Land Drainage Byelaws under the WRA 1991
• formal enforcement action against Flood Risk Activity operators where appropriate
The role holder will be completing visual inspection of flood risk management assets to ensure they are at target condition, identify any defects requiring attention or further assessment. You will work with colleagues to identify solutions and repairs to defects and assist in planning and programming delivery of works.
• damage to flood defences, river control structures and large raised reservoirs
• obstructions to the proper flow of main rivers (conveyance) and floodplain capacity
• the obstruction of the Environment Agency to access main river and coastal defences for maintenance and emergency works
• works defined as flood risk activities causing harm to the environment in contravention of flood risk activity permit
• works carried out as a flood risk activity without a required environmental permit
• works in contravention of local Land Drainage Byelaws under the WRA 1991
• formal enforcement action against Flood Risk Activity operators where appropriate
The role holder will be completing visual inspection of flood risk management assets to ensure they are at target condition, identify any defects requiring attention or further assessment. You will work with colleagues to identify solutions and repairs to defects and assist in planning and programming delivery of works.
Asset Performance is part of Flood and Coastal Risk Management Operations, which delivers asset management, enforcement and incident response. The team is responsible for maintaining flood risk management assets at their target condition, making sure our assets are operating, fit for purpose and safe. We inspect assets, record their condition and plan repairs and refurbishment. This post will be working in the Kings Lynn Asset Performance Team covering the north of the Great Ouse Catchment.
You will be comfortable working within a team but key to this role is motivation to work on your own, manage your own workload, and dealing with challenging conversations. Good communication skills are essential as is having excellent time management skills and being able to work to deadlines. Previous experience of an enforcement role would be desirable, but not essential, as is a geographical knowledge of West Norfolk, and working with flood risk assets. Knowledge of the Water Resources Act and Environmental Permitting Regulations is desirable.
This post requires you to hold a Level 2 warrant, if you do not hold one you must be prepared to work towards obtaining one. Appropriate training will be provided if required.
This post requires you to hold a Level 2 warrant, if you do not hold one you must be prepared to work towards obtaining one. Appropriate training will be provided if required.
The grade rate is £27,138
Hours : 37 per week.
A full UK driving licence is essential.
We as an Agency take part in incident response. If successful your line manager will discuss arrangements with you depending on your role and circumstances.
The information in the candidate pack is taken from a generic role profile so, whilst relevant, it is not specifically tailored to this position. The advert provides you with details of key accountabilities and skills needed to succeed in this role.
If you have any questions on these posts please contact the hiring manager: chris.smith3@environment-agency.gov.uk or on 07766205967
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 8 August 2018
Hours : 37 per week.
A full UK driving licence is essential.
We as an Agency take part in incident response. If successful your line manager will discuss arrangements with you depending on your role and circumstances.
The information in the candidate pack is taken from a generic role profile so, whilst relevant, it is not specifically tailored to this position. The advert provides you with details of key accountabilities and skills needed to succeed in this role.
If you have any questions on these posts please contact the hiring manager: chris.smith3@environment-agency.gov.uk or on 07766205967
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 8 August 2018
08/08/2018, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Manages Self
"Has full awareness of own strengths, weaknesses, impact and approach. Effectively organises self and takes personal responsibility for own role in the Environment Agency."
Give us an example of how you have used your strengths and addressed your own development needs.
Please note, your answer will be used for interview selection.
Give us an example of how you have used your strengths and addressed your own development needs.
Please note, your answer will be used for interview selection.
Communicates Effectively
"Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing."
Tell us about a time where you have had to use your communication skills effectively to convey information and ideas clearly to others
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Tell us about a time where you have had to use your communication skills effectively to convey information and ideas clearly to others
Please note, your answer will be used for interview selection.
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."
You will need to be influential and persuasive. Tell us about a time when you persuaded others to change their point of view.
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You will need to be influential and persuasive. Tell us about a time when you persuaded others to change their point of view.
Please note, your answer will be used for interview selection.
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."
Describe a recent example of a problem you've had to solve to get something done.
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Describe a recent example of a problem you've had to solve to get something done.
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Full Driving Licence and Level 2 Warrant
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.