Senior Regulatory Environment Officers x20

Salary – £39,635 (Outer London Weighting allowance of £2,016 applies to Abbey Wood only)
Grade – G5

About Us

Water companies are a vital part of the water cycle, taking water out to meet our personal and
business needs and then cleaning and returning the water to our rivers, coasts, and
groundwater. To enable the Environment Agency (EA) to secure clean and plentiful water through
a focus on our regulation of water companies, we are changing the way we regulate the water
industry, targeting our resources and interventions to uncover non-compliance and drive better
performance from the water industry.

Our current work areas include topics such as incidents, sewage treatment works, storm overflow
& flow compliance. As a Senior Regulatory Environment Officer your purpose will be to
continuously improve all aspects of water company regulation.

We are looking for Officers with a good understanding of the water industry, its assets and how
it impacts the environment to join our team. You will be responsible for regulating a water
company who may hold a range of permits related to their activities, to ensure they are carried
out without polluting the environment or causing harm to people.

Why Choose Us:

Make a Significant Impact: At the EA, your work has the power to create a
lasting impact. Our work addresses national level issues and regulation of the Water
Industry/Companies comes right at the top of our list. The Environment Agency plays a lead role
in preserving and protecting precious ecosystems and everything else associated with water use
through effective regulation. Your contributions directly protect and enhance the environment,
ensuring a brighter future for all. 

Dynamic and Rewarding: Lead a team that thrives on tackling national
challenges head-on. At the EA, you’ll be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment,
working alongside passionate professionals who share your commitment to making a difference.

Focus on Results: Our work goes beyond rhetoric, as we deliver tangible
results. From successfully implementing industry regulations to restoring polluted water
bodies, the EA has a track record of achieving meaningful outcomes that positively impact both
people and the planet.

Continuous Growth: Your professional development matters to us. We provide a
range of opportunities for growth, including tailored training programs, mentorship
initiatives, and access to cutting-edge technologies. At the EA, you’ll continuously grow your
skills and expertise, staying at the forefront of environmental innovation.

Join a Values-Driven Organisation: Ethical and values-driven, the EA upholds
integrity, transparency, and environmental stewardship. By joining us, you align yourself with
an organisation that holds itself accountable and genuinely cares about creating a sustainable
and resilient future.

Collaborative Community: At the EA, collaboration is at the heart of
everything we do. You’ll work with diverse teams, bringing together experts from various fields
to tackle complex environmental challenges. Together, we foster a supportive and inclusive
community that encourages collaboration, creativity, and knowledge exchange.

What will you do?

Based in one of our area offices as a Senior Regulatory Environment Officer – Water Industry
Regulation you will join one of our customer-facing frontline teams working directly to
help create a cleaner, safer and healthier environment.

You’ll undertake the work planning and delivery of more complex regulatory work which will
include inspections, audits and investigating incidents. You will also be required to respond
to external challenge. This may also require enforcement action where the Water Company fails
to comply with the relevant legislation, which for the most serious offences on occasion can
require giving evidence in court.

You’ll also

• Provide evidence to support managers with decision making for complex regulatory issues
  such as enforcement sanctions and providing technical expertise.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to our Environment Officers and contribute to the
  development and delivery of our regulatory training.
• Be required to establish and maintain relationships through strong influencing and
  communication skills both internally and externally.
• Work closely with colleagues across the business to interpret policy and identify good
  practice to maximise the regulation of water companies and improve their performance.

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You’ll be required to have an incident
role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support
during an incident. This may attract an additional payment and full training and alternative
working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role.

What will I need?

Essential:

You’ll need at least 3 years’ experience of working in the water industry, specifically within
regulation and compliance, coupled with experience of coaching, mentoring and leading teams and
a clear understanding of the impacts of non-compliance to regulations. A full UK Driving
Licence is required for this role. A science/environmental/engineering degree is desirable and
membership of a relevant professional body or willingness to work towards membership is also
desirable.

You’ll also possess:

• Excellent communication and influencing skills and experience of communicating technical
  topics to a non-technical audience.
• The ability to plan and prioritise work to ensure tasks are achieved.

What’s in it for you?

You’ll benefit from a culture that embraces difference and is inclusive where you’ll feel
supported and trusted to do the right thing. We’ll invest in you and allow you to grow and
shape your career.

What’s more, you’ll have access to our great benefits package including:

• A competitive salary of £39,635. (+ Outer London Weighting allowance of £2,016 applies to
  Abbey Wood only)
• 27 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.
• Great career opportunities.
• Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave scheme.
• A range of flexible working options plus many more!

As an organisation, we strive to reflect the communities we serve, to achieve this we welcome
applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, sexual orientation, and religion.

Please note that a reserve list will be held, and you may be offered other roles in other
locations that may be similarly aligned to this role. 

Apply now and embark on a rewarding and fulfilling career journey with the Environment Agency.

Closing date for applications: Friday 28th June
2024.

Interviews will be conducted w/c 15th July
2024.