Project Support Officer - National Infrastructure Permits - 25447
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National
All
All
Staff Grade 4
Fixed Term
Full Time
Programme and Project Management
£29,706 pro rata
National Infrastructure projects require multiple environmental permits across a range of activities. For the high priority sites, such as Hinkley Point C, Thames Tideway Tunnel and Lower Thames Crossing we set up project or programme management to ensure we have the resource available to deliver permits in a timely manner. This role will support permit leads in the effective delivery of advisory and regulatory responsibilities in relation to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIP). The role will involve:
Working with project leads to establish and monitor permit progress
Preparing dashboards and reports for the NPS leadership team and other programme leads
Setting up a sharepoint with links to relevant sites
Leading on knowledge management and continuous improvement
We are looking for someone who is proactive in seeking to identify and embed new ways of working to help us work more efficiently and effectively. Ideally a highly-organised team player who is able to manage your own workload, prioritise and meet tight deadlines.
Working with project leads to establish and monitor permit progress
Preparing dashboards and reports for the NPS leadership team and other programme leads
Setting up a sharepoint with links to relevant sites
Leading on knowledge management and continuous improvement
We are looking for someone who is proactive in seeking to identify and embed new ways of working to help us work more efficiently and effectively. Ideally a highly-organised team player who is able to manage your own workload, prioritise and meet tight deadlines.
We are a small team based in the National Permitting Service. This dispersed team leads on permitting and providing pre-application advice to applicants for National Infrastructure projects. The team works closely with permitting officers, technical specialists and project support in a range of programmes such as Nuclear New Build, National Appraisal Unit and the HS2 core team.
• High level of interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and remain calm under pressure
• Methodical, accurate and able to prioritise and manage own workload including working to tight deadlines with minimal supervision
• Experience of working with others and using own knowledge and judgement to achieve the desired outcome
• Experience of interpreting detailed and complex data or information
• Experience of working in a project or programme environment
• Use of IT systems including Office365
• Methodical, accurate and able to prioritise and manage own workload including working to tight deadlines with minimal supervision
• Experience of working with others and using own knowledge and judgement to achieve the desired outcome
• Experience of interpreting detailed and complex data or information
• Experience of working in a project or programme environment
• Use of IT systems including Office365
Rebecca Coales
31/01/2023, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
12 months
Programme and Project Management
Selects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve a set of Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively.
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.
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.
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.