Flood Risk & Planning Advisor (Part-Time)

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Local Authority in the North East is seeking an Environmental Protection Officer (Flood Risk) on a part-time 22-hour week contract. The role focuses on assessing planning applications, reviewing drainage proposals and supporting flood risk management in line with current legislation and guidance.

The successful candidate will collaborate with developers, planning teams and partner organisations to reduce flood risk and ensure compliance. A degree in a related discipline is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Geography, Civil Engineering, Water Management or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Review planning applications and assess drainage plans, Flood Risk Assessments and supporting technical reports.
• Provide formal responses and technical advice on flood risk matters to planning authorities.
• Manage flood risk projects in line with relevant legislation, policies and guidance.
• Investigate and respond to flooding complaints and enquiries from residents and stakeholders.
• Attend site visits and meetings with developers, consultants and partner organisations.
• Support the implementation and promotion of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

IT skills

SuDS knowledge

Drainage design principles

Planning processes understanding

LLFA experience

FRAs knowledge

Liaising with planning departments

Professional membership

Education

Environmental Science

Geography

Civil Engineering

Water Management

Related discipline

Job description

Local Authority in the North East is seeking an Environmental Protection Officer (Flood Risk) on a part-time 22-hour week contract. The role focuses on assessing planning applications, reviewing drainage proposals and supporting flood risk management in line with current legislation and guidance.

The successful candidate will collaborate with developers, planning teams and partner organisations to reduce flood risk and ensure compliance. A degree in a related discipline is required.