Operational Project Manager - Isles of Scilly - 10130
1
South West
Bodmin , Redruth
Sir John Moore House, Tolgus Depot
Staff Grade 5
Fixed Term
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability, Operational Delivery
£34,879 (pro-rata)
We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and confident influencer to represent the Environment Agency in a multi-organisation group working to support the provision of sustainable, effectively regulated abstraction, waste water, and drinking water services on the Isles of Scilly.
This opportunity brings a unique set of challenges and opportunities. We are looking for a candidate to provide clear and influential leadership over the next 18 months - a critical period in South West Water’s proposal to provide services to the Islands.
Currently, mainland environmental legislation doesn’t apply on the Islands, meaning effective influencing is essential in this role. We are looking for a candidate who can tailor their approach to diverse audiences; ranging from senior Government Officials, to members of individual island communities.
We need a self-starter who can move between developing strategy and providing operational regulatory advice. Responsibilities will include:
• Meetings, presentations and report production
• Coordinating and developing close working relationships with the Environment Agency virtual team
• Collecting and analysing data to drive compliance strategies
• Working closely with working group representatives and island stakeholders
• Shaping environmental permits, and regulating them
• Developing our approach to pollution incident management for a remote island community
This opportunity brings a unique set of challenges and opportunities. We are looking for a candidate to provide clear and influential leadership over the next 18 months - a critical period in South West Water’s proposal to provide services to the Islands.
Currently, mainland environmental legislation doesn’t apply on the Islands, meaning effective influencing is essential in this role. We are looking for a candidate who can tailor their approach to diverse audiences; ranging from senior Government Officials, to members of individual island communities.
We need a self-starter who can move between developing strategy and providing operational regulatory advice. Responsibilities will include:
• Meetings, presentations and report production
• Coordinating and developing close working relationships with the Environment Agency virtual team
• Collecting and analysing data to drive compliance strategies
• Working closely with working group representatives and island stakeholders
• Shaping environmental permits, and regulating them
• Developing our approach to pollution incident management for a remote island community
The post-holder will report to the Land and Water West team leader, who is based in the Tolgus depot. Some team members also work from Sir John Moore House in Bodmin. The post-holder will be responsible for coordinating the Environment Agency IoS virtual team, so must be confident to bring teams together remotely. The virtual team includes officers from other area teams, permitting hubs and national teams and includes waste and FCERM departments
Through experience to date you will ideally be able to demonstrate the following:
• A strong understanding of environmental legislation and powers of entry. A level 2 warrant would be desirable.
• The ability to develop and maintain good relationships with internal and external customers under challenging situations.
• A strong track record of delivery projects on time, to the required standards by planning, tracking, gathering and maintaining data/information.
• Excellent negotiating, and influencing skills and an ability to think outside the box to find solutions.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team to make decisions, assess risk and achieve planned outcomes
• Good organisational skills and an ability to use a range of generic software. Knowledge of NIRS, CCS, and CMS would be desirable.
• A strong understanding of environmental legislation and powers of entry. A level 2 warrant would be desirable.
• The ability to develop and maintain good relationships with internal and external customers under challenging situations.
• A strong track record of delivery projects on time, to the required standards by planning, tracking, gathering and maintaining data/information.
• Excellent negotiating, and influencing skills and an ability to think outside the box to find solutions.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team to make decisions, assess risk and achieve planned outcomes
• Good organisational skills and an ability to use a range of generic software. Knowledge of NIRS, CCS, and CMS would be desirable.
Closing Date: 23rd April 2019 at 23:55 hours
For any questions relating to this role, please contact: mark.pilcher@environment-agency.gov.uk. This position is an 18 month fixed term opportunity.
The post-holder can be based in any DCIS offices or depots, but would be expected to work alongside team colleagues in Tolgus or Bodmin at least three days a week. The post will require some travel to the Isles of Scilly and some travel to other Area and National offices.
Interviews are scheduled to take place in our Bodmin Office in mid Cornwall. Successful applicants will be contact within 10 days of the advert closure date.
For any questions relating to this role, please contact: mark.pilcher@environment-agency.gov.uk. This position is an 18 month fixed term opportunity.
The post-holder can be based in any DCIS offices or depots, but would be expected to work alongside team colleagues in Tolgus or Bodmin at least three days a week. The post will require some travel to the Isles of Scilly and some travel to other Area and National offices.
Interviews are scheduled to take place in our Bodmin Office in mid Cornwall. Successful applicants will be contact within 10 days of the advert closure date.
23/04/2019, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
18 Months
Influences and Persuades Others
We would like to see information detailing a focus on customer and partners; leadership style, getting people to make decisions and persuading people and organisations to take actions designed to protect the environment.
Achieves Results
We would like to hear about how you overcome challenges and organise yourself, move things forward, juggle priorities, and get results delivered through others using personal skills and regulatory tools.
Business of the Environment Agency
We would like you to demonstrate your knowledge of the structure of the Environment Agency covering key national and area teams and how they link together to deliver outcomes. What are the key roles performed ? What regulatory 'tools' are available to the Environment Agency to deliver outcomes ?
Driving Licence
Level 2 Environment Agency Warrant
Level 2 Environment Agency Warrant
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.