Senior Fluvial Flood Risk Modelling Lead

Environment Agency; Beverley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Environment Agency is seeking a Senior Advisor in Fluvial Flood Risk Modelling to join Evidence Services. You will lead technical delivery, provide assurance on complex flood risk modelling, and mentor colleagues across six Fluvial Delivery Teams.

The role sits within the Digital Data and Evidence directorate, aligning with Centres of Excellence. You will apply expert knowledge of hydraulic modelling, GIS, and data management to support risk assessment and decision making, while fostering an

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge and leadership in flood modelling and hydrology.
• Experience building hydraulic flood models in fluvial settings using standard software and GIS tools.
• Mentoring and coaching skills with commitment to development.
• Ability to communicate complex topics to non-experts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery for fluvial flood risk modelling across teams.
• Support and provide assurance on complex flood risk modelling projects.
• Coach and develop colleagues in modelling methods and tools.
• Collaborate with the Directorate to shape centres of excellence.

Skills

Flood modelling

Hydrology

GIS

Mentoring

Communication

Teamwork

Equality & inclusivity

Influencing

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

Environment Agency is seeking a Senior Advisor in Fluvial Flood Risk Modelling to join Evidence Services. You will lead technical delivery, provide assurance on complex flood risk modelling, and mentor colleagues across six Fluvial Delivery Teams.

The role sits within the Digital Data and Evidence directorate, aligning with Centres of Excellence. You will apply expert knowledge of hydraulic modelling, GIS, and data management to support risk assessment and decision making, while fostering an