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Advisor - Water Company Performance reporting - Water Quality Regulatory Development - 32077

Environment Agency

The Role

Overview

Advisor for water company performance reporting, analyzing data and communicating insights.

Requirements

  • problem solving
  • data analysis
  • water knowledge
  • environmental degree
  • communication
  • remote work

What You Bring

-Independent problem solving and decision-making skills -Strong data analysis and interpretation skills to present information effectively -Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues at work. -Ability to identify opportunities for improvements, develop new approaches and embed them successfully. -Knowledge of water companies and their data/ performance -Ability to work under own initiative in a dispersed, virtual team environment. -Excellent communication and influencing skills – able to identify your audience, understand needs, and use an engaging style of communication -Ability to respond to tight deadlines, work quickly and accurately whilst prioritising -A degree in an environmental discipline or equivalent relevant experience.

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

-blind assessment using competency questions -initial sift using competence 1 if applications are high -interviews conducted via ms teams in oct/nov 2025