Land Use Planning Flood Risk Modeller - 32141

Environment Agency

The Role

Overview

Review and assure hydraulic/hydrological models for flood risk in land‑use planning.

Key Responsibilities

  • hydraulic modelling
  • hydrological modelling
  • model review
  • tool guidance
  • risk analysis
  • stakeholder communication

Tasks

-Foster innovation to become more efficient and sustainable -Analyse, review and assure hydraulic and hydrological model evidence that underpins a range of flood risk reduction schemes, national infrastructure and sustainable development. -Advise on appropriate tools and techniques for hydrological and hydraulic modelling approaches. -Promote inclusion by understanding and respecting differences in our workforce. -Develop a positive health, safety, and wellbeing culture. -Lead, coach and nurture an establishing centre of excellence for modelling, putting your own development at the heart of what we do. -Communicate complex flood risk analyses and uncertainty to internal/external stakeholders.

The Company

About Environment Agency

-Established to regulate and protect the environment, the agency plays a pivotal role in safeguarding natural resources. -With a mission to create a cleaner, healthier environment, it ensures proper management of water, waste, and air quality. -The agency works on diverse projects, from flood defense systems to energy-efficient infrastructure, enhancing public safety. -Key areas of specialization include water resources, marine protection, waste management, and sustainability in transport and utilities. -It operates across a broad spectrum of sectors, coordinating with governments and private entities to drive environmental improvements. -Notably, it manages complex flood risk programs and pollution control measures, often taking innovative approaches to problem-solving. -The agency is a cornerstone of the UK's environmental policies, ensuring compliance and setting benchmarks for future generations.

Sector Specialisms

Flood management

Waste management

Land pollution regulation

Water pollution regulation

Conservation

Water resources management

Inland rivers management

Estuaries management

Harbours management

Water abstraction licensing

Drinking water supply

Artificial irrigation

Hydro-electricity generation

Environmental regulation

Air quality regulation

Land quality regulation

Water quality regulation

Pollution incident response

Hazardous waste management

Fisheries regulation

Biodiversity management

Habitat restoration

Emergency response

Climate emergency adaptation

Sustainable development

Interview Process

-capability questions used to determine interview selection -interviews will be held in november 2025 via microsoft teams