Field Team Leader - North Devon - 28797

The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities and our environment.

Flooding represents a crucial challenge both now and into the future as the impacts of climate change become apparent.

We need individuals who want to play a key role in making Devon and Cornwall a greener, more resilient and a better place to live and work.

We have an exciting opportunity for a confident leader of people who has experience of managing a practical team to lead our front-line operational Field Team in North Devon. You will;

· Lead a practical team that operates and maintains flood risk management assets involving delivery of an annual maintenance programme, vegetation management, small-scale construction works (e.g. fences and repairs), asset checking and operation and provision of 24/7 emergency response.
· Develop and motivate team members to achieve their potential.
· Build effective relationships, internally and with external partners and the local community.
· Contribute to the development of the asset maintenance programme and lead on its delivery, including supervising the management of contractors.
· Champion Health Safety and Wellbeing.

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required to have an incident role, see the candidate pack for more information.

You will lead a great team of people with a wealth of expertise and experience who are passionate about what they do.

You'll be part of the Area Operations leadership team as well as working with internal colleagues in strategic planning and asset planning.

You will work collaboratively with external partners, such as Fire & Rescue and local authorities, to deliver a joined-up response to flood incidents, working within our local communities.

Required:

· Experience of leading a safe, healthy and well team.
· Ability to lead people providing clear direction, instruction and guidance through effective performance management.
· Emotional intelligence. Ability to recognise the strengths, vulnerabilities and motivations of others and develop key skills.
· Ability to resource, prioritise and deliver a work programme. Identifying the required competencies/skills and plant/equipment needed to deliver activities in line with our SHEW Code of Practice and relevant OIs.
· Computer literate. Competent using IT devices, such as an iPad, and willing to learn our in-house systems.

Desirable:

· Commercial acumen and knowledge of our supply chain to assist in the delivery of our work programmes is beneficial.
· A relevant degree (or similar) and specialist training such as National Examination Board of Safety Health (NEBOSH) and/or Institute of Asset Management Certificate (IAM) is beneficial.

The role is based at Alverdiscott Depot, Bideford. However, the successful candidate will need to spend time on site with their team and visiting other depots and offices around DCiS.

If you would like an informal chat about the role please contact Eddie Stevens, Operations Manager: Edward.stevens@environment-agency.gov.uk.

Interviews will be held face to face at our Manley house office on 18th and 19th April 2024 .

We do not assess CVs, your answers to the competency questions will be used for interview selection. Further info about our capabilities and using the STAR technique can be found in the Candidate Pack attached. When providing evidence for competencies within your application, please give examples of how you clearly demonstrate these within the context of this role.

- Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve their personal goals and the goals of the Environment Agency.

Please describe your leadership qualities and give an example of when you have previously led a team in an inclusive way, to achieve a desired outcome.

- Makes sure team members have the skills, knowledge and experience to successfully carry out their current role and to develop into future roles.

Please give an example of how you have developed others to ensure they meet their full potential.

- Making sure that risks to your team are controlled safely and effectively.

Please outline your approach to leading a healthy, safe and well team? How have you have influenced a culture shift in terms of people's behaviours in relation to HS&W?

- Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.

Describe a time when you have delivered under pressure despite conflicting priorities?

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