Flood Risk and Resilience Manager

About Us

We’re looking for a forward-thinking and proactive Flood Risk and Resilience Manager to lead
vital work that safeguards people, infrastructure, and the environment.

In this role, you’ll take the lead on the authority’s statutory responsibilities around flood
risk management, sustainable drainage, and infrastructure resilience. You’ll also play a key
part in shaping and delivering capital projects and community initiatives that reduce flood
risk and improve the wider water environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading the authority’s statutory functions in relation to flood risk, surface water, and
  drainage systems.
• Developing strategies and policies that support sustainable drainage and long-term
  infrastructure resilience.
• Working with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders to deliver capital schemes and
  community engagement projects that reduce flood risk.
• Identifying opportunities to enhance the local water environment in line with environmental
  and climate goals.
• Providing expert advice and guidance on flood and water management across the organisation.

About You

You’ll bring in-depth experience across flood risk management, sustainable drainage, water
cycle planning, watercourse and sewer infrastructure, and climate change – underpinned by a
solid understanding of the scientific, technical, and regulatory frameworks in these areas.
Your background may be rooted in civil engineering, environmental policy, or a similar field,
and you hold relevant qualifications alongside evidence of continued professional development.
Ideally, you are a PRINCE2 Practitioner or willing to work towards this.

You are a confident and credible communicator, able to engage influentially with a wide range
of stakeholders, including senior figures within and outside the Council. Whether responding to
technical enquiries, presenting complex ideas to varied audiences, or negotiating at meetings,
you do so with professionalism and clarity.

Your strengths lie in project management, strategic thinking, and data-driven decision making.
You’re adept at carrying out detailed numerical analysis, identifying trends, and applying
sound judgement and political awareness to shape practical, evidence-based solutions. You can
translate technical information into clear, concise reports and recommendations for senior
managers and committees, demonstrating both subject matter expertise and political sensitivity.

Closing date: 17 October 2025.