Fisheries, Biodiversity & Geomorphology Technical Specialist - 19752
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South West, West Midlands
Fradley, Shrewsbury , Tewkesbury
Riversmeet House, Hafren House, Sentinel House
Staff Grade 5
Permanent
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability
£36,389
Are you an ecology professional with a drive to make the world a better place?
We are looking for an exceptionally talented Fisheries Technical Specialist to join the Fisheries Biodiversity and Geomorphology (FBG) Team in West Midlands.
This role will focus on identifying/supporting large multi-functional projects and keeping track of strategic programmes of work to help FBG and our stakeholders deliver environmental improvements to deliver Water Framework Directive objectives. The post holder will be the principal contact for both internal teams and external partners in ambitious catchment scale project support. They will develop and provide the correct technical support to projects within the organisation and externally to enable our partners to restore “good ecological status”. This will be achieved by direct management, project development and partnerships. There will also be an expectation to mentor and coach team members and liaise with other functions as necessary to develop and deliver the project outcomes.
We are looking for an exceptionally talented Fisheries Technical Specialist to join the Fisheries Biodiversity and Geomorphology (FBG) Team in West Midlands.
This role will focus on identifying/supporting large multi-functional projects and keeping track of strategic programmes of work to help FBG and our stakeholders deliver environmental improvements to deliver Water Framework Directive objectives. The post holder will be the principal contact for both internal teams and external partners in ambitious catchment scale project support. They will develop and provide the correct technical support to projects within the organisation and externally to enable our partners to restore “good ecological status”. This will be achieved by direct management, project development and partnerships. There will also be an expectation to mentor and coach team members and liaise with other functions as necessary to develop and deliver the project outcomes.
You’ll join a passionate and dedicated team of environmental experts based across the West Midlands within our Operations Directorate. The team has strong focus on delivering Water Framework Directive outcomes and the targets of the 25 year Environment Plan through our operational and regulatory activities, and partnership working to improve the environment for people and wildlife.
Our work is full of variety and we’re passionate about protecting and restoring the environment.
Our work is full of variety and we’re passionate about protecting and restoring the environment.
You will be qualified to at least degree level in Fisheries Science, Conservation & Ecology, or similar and have practical experience in the field of at least one of the disciplines; fisheries, biodiversity and geomorphology.
You will have experience of developing and delivering large habitat improvement projects, this could include fish passes, river re-profiling or habitat creation.
You will need to demonstrate that you can focus on efficiency, innovation and quality, use your initiative to take decisions and solve problems. You will need to be able to build and sustain relationships with colleagues and people we work with and communicate effectively with experts and non-experts. You’ll be experienced in seeing the big picture for our work and understanding the different motivations of individuals, teams and organisations that we engage with.
You will have experience of developing and delivering large habitat improvement projects, this could include fish passes, river re-profiling or habitat creation.
You will need to demonstrate that you can focus on efficiency, innovation and quality, use your initiative to take decisions and solve problems. You will need to be able to build and sustain relationships with colleagues and people we work with and communicate effectively with experts and non-experts. You’ll be experienced in seeing the big picture for our work and understanding the different motivations of individuals, teams and organisations that we engage with.
Additional useful information
This is a permanent role.
The role requires that you have a full driving licence.
Contact details:
For further information about the role please contact Fisheries Biodiversity and Geomorphology Team Leaders Laura Perry laura.perry@environment-agency.gov.uk or Phil Wormald philip.wormald@environment-agency.gov.uk.
You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organisation which takes pride in welcoming applicants from all sections of the community. Continued professional development is provided. Flexible working options and some working from home are also welcomed.
This is a permanent role.
The role requires that you have a full driving licence.
Contact details:
For further information about the role please contact Fisheries Biodiversity and Geomorphology Team Leaders Laura Perry laura.perry@environment-agency.gov.uk or Phil Wormald philip.wormald@environment-agency.gov.uk.
You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organisation which takes pride in welcoming applicants from all sections of the community. Continued professional development is provided. Flexible working options and some working from home are also welcomed.
06/11/2021, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Scientific Knowledge
This role requires the ability to analyse and evaluate biodiversity, fisheries and geomorphology issues over a range of projects with different objectives. Please describe a problem or opportunity where you were required to address either biodiversity, fisheries, geomorphology or any combination of these and what main factors did you consider to solve the issue.
Engages others
Understanding the bigger picture is a key aspect of the role. Knowledge of not only environmental issues but also those of other environmental sectors such as water resources, flood risk, town and country planning and others outside of your area of expertise may be required. You will have experience in planning and carrying out effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders following the ‘Working with others’ approach. Please demonstrate how you have extended your knowledge to the wider environmental context and applied this in delivering environmental outcomes while working in partnership
Delivers Results Through Others
The role will require the applicant to have a good understanding in how to manage in-team resources effectively and efficiently, disseminating work to the appropriate technical resources. You will allocate resources to scope and design innovative and influential projects; deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and procedures. Describe a situation where you have managed/allocated technical resources to ensure efficiency to delivery outcomes in a timely and professional manner.
Communicates Effectively
The role will require a full range of communication methods, it is essential that the applicant can prepare written reports, business cases, briefings, and presentations that engage a wide audience for example public stakeholders, partners, leadership teams and directors. It is essential that communication is easily understood, inspires, is persuasive and engages attention from the audience. Give an example of where you have had to communicate to wide audience, describe the medium you used and why, how was this received and what feedback did you receive?
Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality
The applicant must show a proactive approach to embracing new innovation, learns from events that help towards improvements in performance and efficiency. They access knowledge and concepts from a broad range of resources. Describe a time where you have discovered new or novel approach, or piece of new technology, that you considered beneficial to an outcome you were involved with, where did you find out about this and was there an opportunity implement this.
Full UK 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.