Technical Support Officer - 7156
3
North West
Warrington
Richard Fairclough House
Staff Grade 3
Fixed Term
Full Time
Analytical
£22,433 pro-rata
We are looking for a great team player to help carry out research and assist in the accurate and timely collection, evaluation and dissemination of regulatory information and intelligence. The successful candidate will provide support to regulatory officers in order to achieve key performance indicators which lead to positive environmental outcomes. It is a fast paced role which will include data mapping, analysis, validation and verification, and then using this to help prioritise our regulatory work. You will use your technical knowledge to support continuous improvement primarily through the automation and streamlining of processes. You will also ensure data and records are held in accordance with Environment Agency policies and procedures.
At the Environment Agency we are committed to diversity and inclusion and want our staff to feel valued and respected at work. We are seeking a professional and committed individual to join our waste regulatory department which is responsible for the effective regulation of around 900 permitted waste facilities in Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire. We are committed to improving environmental performance across all sites and taking effective and robust enforcement action against poor performers.
- Experienced in obtaining, collating and storing information, ensuring it is organised and accessible.
- Experience of using ArcGIS to an advanced level.
- Ability to create databases in order to capture and store information.
- Experienced in preparing detailed and accurate records.
- Ability to proactively establish good working relationships with colleagues and internal & external customers.
- Familiar with confidentiality and sensitive material including the Government Protective Marking Scheme.
- Proven ability to organise and complete tasks accurately and with minimum supervision.
- Ability to automate tasks using VBA.
- Experience of creating dashboards and infographics to accurately and concisely convey information for both external and internal customers.
Advanced user of Microsoft Excel and Access including:
Advanced use of formulas;
Experience with Excel’s advanced analysis tools, such as Pivot Table;
Experience working with Excel’s power add-ins.
- Experience of using ArcGIS to an advanced level.
- Ability to create databases in order to capture and store information.
- Experienced in preparing detailed and accurate records.
- Ability to proactively establish good working relationships with colleagues and internal & external customers.
- Familiar with confidentiality and sensitive material including the Government Protective Marking Scheme.
- Proven ability to organise and complete tasks accurately and with minimum supervision.
- Ability to automate tasks using VBA.
- Experience of creating dashboards and infographics to accurately and concisely convey information for both external and internal customers.
Advanced user of Microsoft Excel and Access including:
Advanced use of formulas;
Experience with Excel’s advanced analysis tools, such as Pivot Table;
Experience working with Excel’s power add-ins.
Closing Date: 14th January 2018 at 23:55 hours
Please note that although the role is advertised as a fixed term contract, there is a possibility it could be made permanent in the future. For further information about the role please contact Paul Gates, Waste Regulation Team Leader, by email at paul.gates@environment-agency.gov.uk
Please note that although the role is advertised as a fixed term contract, there is a possibility it could be made permanent in the future. For further information about the role please contact Paul Gates, Waste Regulation Team Leader, by email at paul.gates@environment-agency.gov.uk
14/01/2018, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Until 31 March 2019
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.
Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality
Identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods, processes and without, compromising quality or accuracy.
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.