Operations Manager, West - 23754
1
South West
Bridgwater
Rivers House Bridgwater
Staff Grade 7
Permanent
Full Time
Operational Delivery
£58,174
Are you passionate about protecting us against natural threats and hazards and improving the environment?
We need an Operations Manager to lead our ongoing work to improve the resilience of Somerset to extreme weather events whilst protecting and enhancing large areas of valuable habitat for the benefit of people and wildlife.
For a leader with drive and ambition this is great opportunity to improve the environment, reduce our environmental footprint through new ways of working and reduce carbon emissions.
This is a diverse role; as well as leading our operational work, you and your teams will prepare for and respond to environmental incidents, ranging from flooding or drought through to pollution events. This could be in Wessex or in support of others anywhere in the country. You will also enhance the Areas incident response capability by holding a senior incident management role.
To really make a difference for people and the environment we are looking for an enthusiastic, inspirational and kind person to lead our teams. Your work will be conducted in a high-freedom environment that makes the people you work with happier, focuses on health, safety and wellbeing, embraces emergent leadership and supports your own development.
We need an Operations Manager to lead our ongoing work to improve the resilience of Somerset to extreme weather events whilst protecting and enhancing large areas of valuable habitat for the benefit of people and wildlife.
For a leader with drive and ambition this is great opportunity to improve the environment, reduce our environmental footprint through new ways of working and reduce carbon emissions.
This is a diverse role; as well as leading our operational work, you and your teams will prepare for and respond to environmental incidents, ranging from flooding or drought through to pollution events. This could be in Wessex or in support of others anywhere in the country. You will also enhance the Areas incident response capability by holding a senior incident management role.
To really make a difference for people and the environment we are looking for an enthusiastic, inspirational and kind person to lead our teams. Your work will be conducted in a high-freedom environment that makes the people you work with happier, focuses on health, safety and wellbeing, embraces emergent leadership and supports your own development.
Our highly skilled and committed Field Operations and Asset Performance teams ensure that FCRM assets perform; protecting people and property from flooding and supporting agriculture and habitat across Somerset.
The teams are responsible for the asset life cycle. Critical to this work is engaging with partners and the communities we serve.
During a flood event or environment incident, the teams operate to deliver the Environment Agency’s operational response in collaboration with our partners.
The teams are responsible for the asset life cycle. Critical to this work is engaging with partners and the communities we serve.
During a flood event or environment incident, the teams operate to deliver the Environment Agency’s operational response in collaboration with our partners.
We are looking for applicants who believe that providing great leadership is fundamental to our ability to protect people and the environment.
You must be able to demonstrate passion for developing people, innovation in your thinking and the ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.
Your leadership in managing environmental risks and health, safety and wellbeing will be exemplary. Your ability to set clear outcomes and empower our staff to be their best is essential.
You will have practical experience of leadership and development including asset management and incident response.
A good understanding of civil engineering and/or asset management would also be advantageous.
You must be able to demonstrate passion for developing people, innovation in your thinking and the ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.
Your leadership in managing environmental risks and health, safety and wellbeing will be exemplary. Your ability to set clear outcomes and empower our staff to be their best is essential.
You will have practical experience of leadership and development including asset management and incident response.
A good understanding of civil engineering and/or asset management would also be advantageous.
To discuss any aspect of the role please contact Emma Baker on 07799 342154 or emma.baker@environment-agency.gov.uk before or on the 16 August 2022
19/08/2022, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Leads People
Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve their personal goals and the goals of the Environment Agency
Health Safety & Wellbeing
Making sure that risks to your team are controlled safely and effectively
Develops People
Makes sure team members have the skills, knowledge and experience to successfully carry out their current role and to develop into future roles
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.
Diversity
Works successfully, with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and ensuring that work is managed so that everyone is able to deliver their best. Actively encourages others to consider diversity issues in their work.
Driving Locence
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.