26 Oct
Environment Agency
Sunbury-on-Thames
Job Description
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies.
We are looking for Senior Environmental Project Managers(SEPM) to join our National Environmental Assessment and Sustainability team(NEAS).
This advert is for national recruitment. We currently have vacancies in the Eastern and South-East teams. However, applicants successful at interview from any geographical location will be held on our reserve list for the next 6 months and may be offered roles in other teams nationally if vacancies arise.
You will provide environmental advice relating to design, environmental risk and programme management.
Duties include:
- Advising on the requirement for statutory Environmental Impact Assessment under the appropriate regime.
- Liaising with technical suppliers to agree scope and quality standards.
- Providing environmental advice relating to design and quality, risk and programme management to the technical and consenting package and Delivery Manager.
- Monitor and assesses performance of environmental consultants and provides feedback.
- Support engagement with Statutory Environmental Bodies and other environmental stakeholders.
- Plays an active part in NEAS Principles Network and the NEAS Hub Leadership team, for example through sharing lessons learnt.
One available role is within the River Thames Scheme (RTS), which aims to deliver a suite of flood risk reduction measures combined with a range of environmental enhancements and new public amenities between Egham Hythe in Staines to Teddington in Surrey.
Further information about the RTS scheme can be found at the following link:
https://www.riverthamesscheme.org.uk/
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required 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. Flexible working arrangements will be available.
The team
NEAS manage the environmental assessment of the Environment Agency’s capital projects, strategies and plans, to ensure compliance with environmental legislation and policy. We ensure opportunities to improve the environment for people and wildlife are identified and taken forward.
You will be a member of a dispersed NEAS team comprised of colleagues with professional backgrounds in archaeology and heritage, ecology, environmental assessment, sustainability, carbon and landscape design.
Experience/skills Required
Essential:
Educated in environmental science or a related subject at degree level
Experience in managing the environmental risk in projects
Experience as an environmental adviser within multi-disciplinary project teams
Strong communication and influencing skills
Experience in mentoring and supporting colleagues
Desirable:
Membership of a professional environmental institute
Knowledge of flood and coastal risk management
Considerable involvement in infrastructure projects
Contact and additional information
Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement.
Our flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance and offers numerous choices to accommodate the demands that personal commitments may present. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available, including personal and professional development
Travel To Other Offices And Sites Will Be Required.
For further information please contact:
Tariq Munir, Eastern South Hub Team Leader
[email protected]
James Ashely, South East Hub Team Leader
[email protected]
Jo Fernandez, Principle Environmental Project Manager – River Thames Scheme (RTS)
[email protected]
Interviews are anticipated to take place w/c: Monday 4th November 2024
Competence 1
Influences and Persuades Others
Description
Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly; often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail.
Question: Tell us about a time you worked collaboratively with a customer or partners to address an environmental issue and achieve an outcome.
PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.
Competence 2
Communicates Effectively
Description
Description: Listens and questions to understand and engage.
Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Question: Describe a time when you have had to communicate an important but challenging environmental design matter to get support from others.
PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question
Competence 3
Legislative Knowledge
Description
Description: Applies a knowledge of statutory environmental and technical requirements to protect both the Environment Agency and the environment.
Question:
Provide an example when you have used your knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) regulations to ensure the successful management and, or delivery of an environmental project.
PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.
Competence 4
Achieves Results
Description
Description: Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
Question: Describe an example and your role in delivering a successful environmental project when faced with significant challenges or obstacles.
PLEASE NOTE:
Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.