Environment Agency • Farnham

34295 - Team Leader (Water Industry) - Thames

About this role

The team

Our water industry enforcement team focuses on improving regulation and environmental performance across the water sector. Based in Farnham, Wallingford or Abbey Wood, the team works closely with water companies and Environment Agency colleagues to ensure enforcement requirements are met and environmental risks are effectively managed.

The role offers hybrid working, combining office-based days with travel for site visits, meetings and training to support effective collaboration and consistent regulatory outcomes.

Experience/skills required

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated leader who can inspire and develop others, manage operational demands and support regulatory outcomes.

Essential

Strong leadership experience, with a proven ability to lead and motivate teams to deliver shared goals.

A track record of working collaboratively across teams or organisations.

Working knowledge of health, safety and wellbeing best practices.

Experience in identifying, addressing and resolving performance challenges constructively, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

A full UK driving licence.

Desirable

It would be advantageous if you bring a coaching and mentoring approach to developing people, along with the ability to prioritise effectively and balance team needs with wider organisational goals.

Excellent communication and engagement skills, combined with a flexible, problem-solving mindset and evidence-based decision-making capability.

An understanding of the water industry, including our regulatory powers and how they can be applied effectively.