Permitting Officer - 6277
5
South West
Exeter
Manley House
Staff Grade 3
Permanent
Full Time
Other
£22,211
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Permitting Officer to join our Water Quality Permitting team in Exeter.
You will assess the impact on the environment of permit applications from external customers that can range in size from individual houses to large water companies, ultimately deciding whether the impact on the environment of the proposal is acceptable. With support from colleagues and established guidance you will carry out technical assessments in line with Environment Agency, DEFRA and European regulatory obligations. The legally robust permits that you produce will provide us with an important tool for delivering our duties as an effective environmental regulator.
You will need to be comfortable with managing a large and varied workload and speaking to internal and external customers. As part of a National service you will also be flexible to help support other teams within the service when required.
You will assess the impact on the environment of permit applications from external customers that can range in size from individual houses to large water companies, ultimately deciding whether the impact on the environment of the proposal is acceptable. With support from colleagues and established guidance you will carry out technical assessments in line with Environment Agency, DEFRA and European regulatory obligations. The legally robust permits that you produce will provide us with an important tool for delivering our duties as an effective environmental regulator.
You will need to be comfortable with managing a large and varied workload and speaking to internal and external customers. As part of a National service you will also be flexible to help support other teams within the service when required.
The Water Quality team regulates the wastewater industry. We determine discharge applications, from small scale domestic systems to large wastewater treatment works. We are also responsible for reviewing & implementing the requirements of each water company 5 year Asset Management Programme.
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the following capabilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to provide an exceptional service to a wide range of customers
• Working effectively as part of a team to achieve results
• Managing a varied portfolio of work
• Good time and record management to ensure delivery within tight deadlines
• Some understanding of environmental issues relevant to water activities
• Use of IT systems, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Experience in Environment Management and the permitting process would be desirable, but is not essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to provide an exceptional service to a wide range of customers
• Working effectively as part of a team to achieve results
• Managing a varied portfolio of work
• Good time and record management to ensure delivery within tight deadlines
• Some understanding of environmental issues relevant to water activities
• Use of IT systems, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Experience in Environment Management and the permitting process would be desirable, but is not essential.
Closing Date: 27th August 2017 at 23:55 hours
Rosie McTigue on 02084 747396 or Suzanne Haworth on 02030 252514
Rosie McTigue on 02084 747396 or Suzanne Haworth on 02030 252514
27/08/2017, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Customer and Partner Relations
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses
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
Communicates Effectively
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Data and Information Management
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes
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.