Drainage & Flood Risk Officer

Drainage & Flood Risk Officer

• Location – Hailsham/ Hybrid
• Contract Type – Full Time
• Contractual Basis – Permanent
• Hours per week – 37
• Car Allowance – Essential
• Salary – 46,680.36 – 48,623.64
• Application Deadline – 16 June 2026
• Interview Date – 30 June 2026

Job Summary

Can you help us deliver the homes and infrastructure our communities need whilst managing flood risk for the future?

Who are we looking for?

The Development Management Team are responsible for the Council’s role as local planning authority, specifically that in relation to planning application, enforcement and related matters. This role is to provide specialist surface water, sustainable drainage and flood risk advice in relation to those matters, and influence, promote and provide technical input to the achievement of sustainable development through the management of surface water and other forms of flooding and to drive reductions in flood risk and improvements in the natural environment for existing and new communities.

What skills, knowledge and abilities do you require for the role?

Experience in the application of surface water, sustainable drainage and flood risk knowledge within a development management context i.e. statutory planning and development control processes in a Local Planning Authority.

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary & pension scheme.
• Incremental progression subject to satisfactory performance.
• A friendly, supportive team.
• Opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Hybrid working.

For more information

For more information and an informal chat about opportunities please contact Harriet Peacock [email protected]

About Wealden

Wealden District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment. We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities, and all applications will be treated on merit.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. At Wealden District Council, we are committed to fair, accessible recruitment and supporting colleagues with the adjustments they need to thrive. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview. Join a workplace that values inclusion, wellbeing and equal opportunity.

Ethical Use of AI in Applications

We welcome innovation and do not automatically exclude candidates who use AI tools during the application process. However, we assess each application to ensure the candidate genuinely understands the role and its requirements.

AI may be used ethically and responsibly, provided it supports, rather than compromises our core values of integrity, transparency, and fairness. During assessments and interviews, candidates must present their own skills and experience without assistance from others, external resources, or AI, unless explicitly instructed otherwise.