Thames Flood Advisor - 8948
3
South East
London, Reading
Kings Meadow House, Marsham Street, London, SW1P 4DF
Staff Grade 5
Permanent
Full Time, Part Time
Engineering, Operational Delivery, Programme and Project Management
£34,330
Closing Date : 10/10/2018
This is an exciting opportunity to join an influential team supporting delivery of important flood risk management schemes in London and the Thames catchment. The Thames Flood Advisors support Lead Local Flood Authorities (LLFAs) to deliver projects to manage surface water flooding, helping to reduce risk to homes and businesses across the South East.
Successful candidates will be expected to influence and support LLFAs throughout project delivery, including: developing feasibility studies, identifying viable options, collaborating on business cases, and securing partnership funding, amongst many other activities. The role requires innovative problem solving skills to progress multiple projects through these complex processes.
There is a strong emphasis on partnership working and sharing best practice across organisations in the flood risk management family. We are therefore looking for pro-active, self-motivated people with experience in delivering successful water management projects.
They will be excellent communicators, and enjoy working as part of a team, bringing experiences of working with a broad range of people from public and private sectors as well as community groups. They should be committed to sharing experiences and learning to deliver outcomes and build strong, long-term relationships, both within the team and with its key stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an influential team supporting delivery of important flood risk management schemes in London and the Thames catchment. The Thames Flood Advisors support Lead Local Flood Authorities (LLFAs) to deliver projects to manage surface water flooding, helping to reduce risk to homes and businesses across the South East.
Successful candidates will be expected to influence and support LLFAs throughout project delivery, including: developing feasibility studies, identifying viable options, collaborating on business cases, and securing partnership funding, amongst many other activities. The role requires innovative problem solving skills to progress multiple projects through these complex processes.
There is a strong emphasis on partnership working and sharing best practice across organisations in the flood risk management family. We are therefore looking for pro-active, self-motivated people with experience in delivering successful water management projects.
They will be excellent communicators, and enjoy working as part of a team, bringing experiences of working with a broad range of people from public and private sectors as well as community groups. They should be committed to sharing experiences and learning to deliver outcomes and build strong, long-term relationships, both within the team and with its key stakeholders.
The wider team works across the River Thames catchment, from its source in Gloucestershire to the eastern outskirts of London. As an independent team we are accountable the Thames Regional Flood and Coastal Committee, receiving guidance from a steering group of primary stakeholders. The team spend much of their time co-locating with Lead Local Flood Authority officers in council offices, as well as working from Environment Agency and Thames Water offices in London and Reading.
Essential:
Degree in relevant subject or equivalent professional experience.
Strong understanding of flood risk management processes.
Ability to analyse and interpret data and designs, including GIS and flood risk modelling.
Experience of flood risk management projects, with evidence of successful delivery.
Self-motivated, acting independently, with a pro-active approach.
Brings innovative approaches to problem-solving and removes barriers.
Strong influencing skills with experience of engaging key stakeholders e.g. senior local government officers and councillors.
Confident communicator with strong IT skills.
Willingness and ability to travel regularly, flexibility to working remotely and in different locations.
Excellent time management skills with an ability to balance conflicting needs and priorities.
Advantageous:
Experience of undertaking surface/drainage water management studies.
Experience of effective partnership working with public and private sector organisations.
Experience in identifying and securing funding contributions.
Understanding of the 5 case business model.
Experience of mentoring and coaching in project delivery.
Degree in relevant subject or equivalent professional experience.
Strong understanding of flood risk management processes.
Ability to analyse and interpret data and designs, including GIS and flood risk modelling.
Experience of flood risk management projects, with evidence of successful delivery.
Self-motivated, acting independently, with a pro-active approach.
Brings innovative approaches to problem-solving and removes barriers.
Strong influencing skills with experience of engaging key stakeholders e.g. senior local government officers and councillors.
Confident communicator with strong IT skills.
Willingness and ability to travel regularly, flexibility to working remotely and in different locations.
Excellent time management skills with an ability to balance conflicting needs and priorities.
Advantageous:
Experience of undertaking surface/drainage water management studies.
Experience of effective partnership working with public and private sector organisations.
Experience in identifying and securing funding contributions.
Understanding of the 5 case business model.
Experience of mentoring and coaching in project delivery.
Whilst the team is managed by the Environment Agency it has a unique position of being an independent team, funded by local levy. The successful candidate will support projects led by the Lead Local Flood Authorities in London Boroughs. This is a Grade 5 position (£34,330 - £42,530) with access to Environment Agency employee benefits packages. Please download the candidate pack for more information about the role and application process. If you have any questions please contact James Spragg: 07585125426 james.spragg@environment-agency.gov.uk.
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Achieves Results
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets.
Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results
• Maximises work output by setting goals and priorities tracking and measuring outcomes and taking swift remedial action when necessary.
• Can be relied upon to regularly exceed goals agreed
• Is tenacious and perseveres when others might give up and by doing so achieves the desired results
• Anticipates forth-coming issues and adjusts actions as necessary.
• Willing to put in extra effort to meet urgent deadlines when required; shows dedication and commitment;; “goes the extra mile”
• Is resilient and performs well under pressure; responds positively to setbacks and develops alternative action
Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results
• Maximises work output by setting goals and priorities tracking and measuring outcomes and taking swift remedial action when necessary.
• Can be relied upon to regularly exceed goals agreed
• Is tenacious and perseveres when others might give up and by doing so achieves the desired results
• Anticipates forth-coming issues and adjusts actions as necessary.
• Willing to put in extra effort to meet urgent deadlines when required; shows dedication and commitment;; “goes the extra mile”
• Is resilient and performs well under pressure; responds positively to setbacks and develops alternative action
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.
• Uses previous experience and careful analysis to identify potential problems, effective solutions and arrive at sound decisions.
• Identifies and asks appropriate questions to explore and detect root causes of problems or sources and quality of evidence.
• Applies sound techniques to analyse problems, generate options and select best course of action.
• Seeks out and considers the best available information before making decisions. Probes, checks and confirms veracity of data as appropriate.
• Confronts head-on difficult situations where major decisions have to be made quickly.
• Makes sound decisions based on complex or incomplete information and/or within limited timescales.
• Escalates issues when they are beyond own limitations and/or have consequences further than own responsibilities.
• Uses previous experience and careful analysis to identify potential problems, effective solutions and arrive at sound decisions.
• Identifies and asks appropriate questions to explore and detect root causes of problems or sources and quality of evidence.
• Applies sound techniques to analyse problems, generate options and select best course of action.
• Seeks out and considers the best available information before making decisions. Probes, checks and confirms veracity of data as appropriate.
• Confronts head-on difficult situations where major decisions have to be made quickly.
• Makes sound decisions based on complex or incomplete information and/or within limited timescales.
• Escalates issues when they are beyond own limitations and/or have consequences further than own responsibilities.
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.
• Gathers relevant data, marshals facts and prepares sound arguments
• Listens to other’s opinions, understanding their viewpoints, needs and concerns; responds appropriately; lobbies others in advance
• Presents a credible case and explains the benefits to the audience/listener; anticipates the main objections/arguments
• Responds to the needs and style of the listener when influencing.
• Seeks to achieve a “win-win” outcome and develop the relationship with the person(s) being influenced.
• Prepares convincing written arguments on complex issues, presenting information logically, concisely and persuasively.
• Able to modify and reformulate case, read the listener’s mood and adjust accordingly
• Plans and prepares influencing strategies for key players and opinion leaders.
• Gathers relevant data, marshals facts and prepares sound arguments
• Listens to other’s opinions, understanding their viewpoints, needs and concerns; responds appropriately; lobbies others in advance
• Presents a credible case and explains the benefits to the audience/listener; anticipates the main objections/arguments
• Responds to the needs and style of the listener when influencing.
• Seeks to achieve a “win-win” outcome and develop the relationship with the person(s) being influenced.
• Prepares convincing written arguments on complex issues, presenting information logically, concisely and persuasively.
• Able to modify and reformulate case, read the listener’s mood and adjust accordingly
• Plans and prepares influencing strategies for key players and opinion leaders.
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.