34695 - Water Resources Officer

If you are passionate about our water environment and want to have a lasting impact on water resources whilst ensuring it is protected and enhanced for future generations and the environment, then you’ll want to be part of the Integrated Environment Planning Team at the Environment Agency.

At the Environment Agency we aspire for inclusivity to thrive in our workforce. We embrace equal opportunities and flexible work arrangements, ensuring everyone can contribute and succeed.

As a Water Resources Officer, you will support the delivery of local water resources work, helping to respond to pressures on the water environment. Working with colleagues and partners, you will contribute to practical, evidence-based solutions and support regulatory outcomes that protect both people and the environment.

In this role you will

support the delivery of local water resources workstreams and team priorities

assist with the implementation of the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP)

contribute to the review and assessment of water company plans and submissions

build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, water companies, and other stakeholders

support drought planning activities and incident response where required

help maintain and manage water resources data, evidence, and records

provide clear, evidence-based information to support decision-making

You will focus on applying your knowledge to complete tasks, analyse information, and contribute to team objectives.

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be asked 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 will be available to support you with your incident role. We’ll help you find a role to suit your needs.

The team

The Integrated Environment Planning (IEP) team is part of the wider Environment Planning and Engagement (EPE) department. You will join a fantastic team of environment planners and water resources specialists.

IEP provides environmental evidence that informs and influences decisions on investment for water resource management and improvement.

The team works to strengthen our evidence base and drive integrated delivery to achieve the best outcomes for the Thames and neighbouring catchments

Experience/skills required

What do you need?

Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience in the environmental sector.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret information and contribute towards evidence-based outputs.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and appropriately for different audiences.

Experience gathering, managing and checking the quality of data and information.

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external colleagues.

Awareness of customer needs and ability to support delivery of outcomes with stakeholders.

Good organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

Ability to apply guidance and procedures to support effective local delivery.

You’ll have a range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided.