Sewerage Technical Advisor - 30957

Environment Agency; Little Newcastle; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental agency is seeking a Specialist in Water Quality Regulation to join a nationwide team. The successful candidate will develop audit processes and training for Urban Pollution Management while working collaboratively across various teams. This role will also involve responding to incidents and supporting business continuity. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in environmental planning and regulation.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Flexible Working Options

Guaranteed Interviews for Disabled Applicants

Qualifications

• Experience in sewer or river quality impact modelling for Urban Pollution Management studies.
• Evidence of professional development in environmental regulation.
• Experience embedding new approaches into business processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of audit processes for water quality investigations.
• Develop training courses on Urban Pollution Management.
• Respond to technical queries and coach staff.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Coaching Ability

Environmental Planning Knowledge

Education

Relevant Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Science

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Job Description

Do you enjoy coaching and developing the skills of others? Do you enjoy developing processes by working with colleagues across different teams to secure transparent and effective environmental regulation?

You will join a water quality focused regulatory team of specialists enabling strategic change within the water sector, particularly focusing on storm overflows.

Working proactively with Environment Agency teams and external organisations, the role will lead the development of audit processes for water quality investigations under the Storm Overflows Assessment Framework and Environment Act. You will also develop training courses on Urban Pollution Management (UPM), respond to technical queries, and coach staff on sewerage and water quality investigations.

We’re a dispersed team working with various teams across the country involved in water regulation and water quality planning.

Responding to incidents is central to our work. You’ll have the option to take on an incident role, making yourself available to respond or provide business continuity support during incidents. This may include additional payment and full training.

The team

This role is part of the Water Quality Regulatory Development team within Water Industry Regulation. The team is dispersed nationwide. The successful candidate must work independently while maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

At E&B, we promote an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise, and innovation to enhance delivery, influence policy, and secure resources.

Experience/Skills Required

• A relevant degree such as civil engineering or environmental science, with evidence of professional development.
• Experience in sewer or river quality impact modelling for UPM studies, including audits.
• Knowledge of environmental planning and water regulation of Water and Sewerage Companies.
• Excellent organisational skills and effective coaching ability.
• Experience embedding new approaches into business processes through collaboration.

Contact and Additional Information

Office location is flexible; occasional travel or overnight stays may be required.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including disabled, neurodiverse, LGBT+, and minority ethnic groups. Job share applications are encouraged.

For more information, contact: [e-mail], tel. [phone].

Apply via the Candidate Pack and Additional Information document. Applications are assessed anonymously based on competency questions. Interviews via MS Teams are scheduled for the week of 23rd June 2025.

By applying, you agree to be considered for a reserve list for six months, with potential offers for other roles.

Competencies

• Numerical Modelling and Forecasting: Describe sewer and river impact models you've developed, including audit processes and problem resolution.
• Strategic Environment Planning: Summarize your environmental planning experience and its impact on water quality.
• Coaches Others: Provide an example of enhancing team capability through coaching.
• Shapes Organisational Approach & Delivery: Describe a process you've developed and embedded organizationally.

Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service; employment does not confer civil service status. We promote diversity and flexible working. We are committed to an inclusive environment and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria.