Waterways Officer - 8781
2
South East
Shepperton
Shepperton Navigation Off
Staff Grade 3
Permanent
Full Time
Operational Delivery
£22,433
We are looking for a Waterways Officer to work in our Waterways department. This is an important role on the river and includes routine river patrols, involving both the planned and reactive enforcement of Waterways legislation. At times you will also work as part of the larger team, in any part of the River, to help deliver large scale enforcement operations. You will be trained to achieve Environment Agency level 2 warrant status for the purposes of entering land or premises to collect or remove evidence in relation to a suspected offence.
The Thames Waterways department has a responsibility for the non-tidal River Thames and we aim to provide a first class service to all our customers. This includes ensuring river users are compliant with legislation to maintain a safe environment and protect essential income. You will be working in the Waterways Compliance team and report directly to the Waterways Operations Manager for compliance.
• Strong customer focus skills to deal with members of the public with diplomacy to safeguard our reputation whilst undertaking regulatory and enforcement activities. You may have gained experience from a previous similar regulatory role.
• Excellent all round communication and IT skills,
• Well organised with methodical attention to detail.
• Qualified to minimum RYA Power Boat level 2 standard.
• Physically fit, able to swim and be comfortable working on or near water.
• Able to drive
• Excellent all round communication and IT skills,
• Well organised with methodical attention to detail.
• Qualified to minimum RYA Power Boat level 2 standard.
• Physically fit, able to swim and be comfortable working on or near water.
• Able to drive
Closing date: 27th August 2018 at 23:55 hours
The role is based at our Shepperton Waterways Office. There will be regular travel between locations along the non-tidal Thames, for which a lease car will be provided.
There will be regular weekend and some out of hours work, increasing during the summer peak boating season, for which allowances will be paid.
For further details please contact Nick McKie-Smith on 02030258813 or email nick.mckie-smith@environment-agency.gov.uk
The role is based at our Shepperton Waterways Office. There will be regular travel between locations along the non-tidal Thames, for which a lease car will be provided.
There will be regular weekend and some out of hours work, increasing during the summer peak boating season, for which allowances will be paid.
For further details please contact Nick McKie-Smith on 02030258813 or email nick.mckie-smith@environment-agency.gov.uk
27/08/2018, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Achieves Results
Sets and delivers high work standards and demonstrates an ability to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks to ensure the timely achievement of results.
Issuing and Maintaining Permits
Able to undertake enforcement action in line with legislative requirements. Takes a methodical and structured approach to note taking and the delivery and collection of information.
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Develop and maintain a strong customer focus and address the needs of internal and external customers. Provide a rapid and effective response.
Navigation
Multitask and undertake boat skipper and boat crew roles. Work as a team to give commands at times, and to receive commands. Understand safe navigation on the non-tidal Thames.
Valid driving license
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.