Number of jobs available: 1
Region: London
City/Town: London
Building/Site: Marsham Street, London, SW1P 4DF
Grade: Staff Grade 5
Post Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Role Type: Engineering, Environment & Sustainability, Operational Delivery, Risk Management, Analytical, Geography, Project Delivery
Salary Minimum: £37,462
Job description
Do you want to help London and the Thames Estuary adapt to climate change? In this role you’ll be using the latest climate science and innovative approaches to flood risk management to provide solutions at the forefront of an adaptive pathways plan for the largest flood risk strategy in the country.
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.
We are looking for someone to provide technical leadership within the team as part of delivering of the Thames Estuary 2100 Plan. The role can be adapted to suit certain skill sets and would suit those with hydrology/analytical/engineering skills. Depending on the experience of the candidate, key duties across this role could involve:
- Supporting ongoing projects using the latest science and data analysis – with a focus on hydrological modelling. You will use existing data and oversee new modelling projects to improve our understanding of flood risk in the Thames Estuary, particularly where tidal and fluvial risk interfaces.
- Applying engineering skills and judgement to advance our understanding of how major flood risk management infrastructure can be implemented across the Thames Estuary, acting as an intelligent client to our delivery programmes.
- Translating data and using evidence to inform the review of flood risk management practices and environmental objectives. As an adaptation pathways strategy, we are constantly refining requirements and delivery efficiencies using the best available information.
- Working closely with project teams, suppliers and external partners such as councils, demonstrating strong technical leadership. You will also collaborate with our construction delivery partners as part of a £12bn investment in flood defence works up to 2050.
The team
As part of Flood and Coastal Risk Management in the London Area, we play an essential role in enhancing and sustaining London. You will be part of our growing dedicated Thames Estuary team, made up of dynamic and passionate experts in climate adaptation, planning, flood risk, engineering and programme management.
We are based in Westminster and there will be an expectation to work from the office roughly twice a week, though this can be flexible.
Experience/skills required
- Experience working with or commissioning hydrological models for flood risk management, and wider knowledge of river processes, hydrology and flood risk
- Understanding of engineering principles, judgement and awareness in relation to major infrastructure projects. Engineering experience with flood defences and carbon management would be beneficial but not essential.
- Translating organisational strategy and contemporary science into pragmatic and effective delivery.
- Delivering work within a programme and project management framework to time, cost and quality.
- Embracing and adapting to new ways of working to improve efficiency & productivity, having contributed constructively to any preceding discussion.
- Using effective written and spoken communication skills to articulate complex scientific matters to influence and persuade, as well as working with customers and partners.
- Capability to analyse and interpret figures and data, and have experience of using data and information to provide recommendations and/or inform a decision or outcome.
Contact and additional information
This role will be based in London and attracts London Weighting Allowance of £3889.
Interviews will be held in person/MS Teams week commencing 18th December. Flexibility on interview date due to leave plans around Christmas period and reasonable adjustments are allowed upon request.
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. Please see the candidate pack for more on how you will support with this.
Role specific professional membership requirements:
In addition to your degree (or equivalent) it is desirable (but not essential) that you are a member of Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) or equivalent (or be committed to achieving this).
For more information about the role, please contact Dave Cuthbertson via dave.cuthbertson@environment-agency.gov.uk.
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Candidate pack
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Closing Date: 10/12/2023, 23:55 hours
Level of security checks required: Basic Check
Competence 1: Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Description
Finds and delivers optimal solutions by effectively analysing all the information, probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions.
Describe a situation where you have identified and delivered an optimal solution by effectively analysing a problem. Tell us about how you reviewed available information, probed to develop alternative solutions, and made sound and timely decisions. How did you overcome any challenges?
Competence 2: Numerical Modelling and Forecasting
Description
Interprets data and information to analyse the state of the environment, including large-scale trends such as climate change, and more localised forecasting such as flooding and water availability.
Tell us about a time when you have been involved in developing or using a hydrological model (or similar) to inform a decision. For example, this could be an improvement to risk management processes and guidance or influencing a policy. How did you use your technical experience to secure the best outcome?
Competence 3: Data and Information Management
Description
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
Describe a situation where you have collected, analysed, interpreted, recorded, managed, and developed data or information. How did you subsequently share it with different audiences to achieve an outcome?
Competence 4: Delivers Results Through Others
Description
Harnesses a team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and procedures.
Tell us about a time when you have worked with a internal team, consultants or suppliers to scope and deliver a piece of work. How did you ensure your needs were met without compromising organisational requirements (quality, budget, programme etc.)?
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.
