PSO Flood Risk Advisor - Grade 5 - 26693

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Job DescriptionFlooding represents a crucial challenge both now and into the future as the impacts of climate change become apparent. Having a strategic overview of all sources of flooding, the Environment Agency has a pivotal role in shaping our response to this increasing challenge.We’re investing £5.2 billion between now and 2027 to reduce flood risk to 336,000 properties across the UK. It’s an exciting time and we need your help to ensure we’re prepared for any future flooding and coastal change. Working as a Flood and Coastal Risk Management Advisor in the Partnerships and Strategic Overview Team you’ll take projects from the initial identification of a need, development of options and through construction.Responsibilities will include:

• Representing stakeholders in the development of our flood risk management projects and helping other Risk Management Authorities [RMAs] in developing their projects.
• Developing and maintaining good internal and external working relationships with key partners and communities to improve flood risk management outcomes.

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do, and you will be required to have an incident role. Incident roles can take place during, or optionally, outside of your normal working hours. Incident work done outside of regular working hours attracts an additional payment and can also include time off in lieu. Full training and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role.You’ll be based in either our Fradley (Lichfield) or Birmingham office and we offer flexible hybrid working home and office. More time will be expected to be spent in the office during your first 6 months.For more info on working with us see https://environmentagencycareers.co.uk/The teamPartnerships & Strategic Overview support the whole lifecycle of our flood and coastal risk management assets. We use a wide range of skills to help us plan for the future. They include the examination of data to inform future investment plans, engagement with communities and professional partners and developing strategic approaches to future flood risk management. We work in partnership with communities and other organisations to protect people and property from future flood riskExperience/skills RequiredYou have experience working in project teams and you’ll have a range of skills:

• An understanding of flood and coastal risk management including engineering and nature-based solutions.
• Experience of the project environment, developing, assessing and evaluating business cases.
• Good problem-solving capabilities including developing innovative solutions.
• Good communication skills including engagement, influencing, negotiation, customer and relationship management.
• Able to organise and deliver time critical work by planning, tracking, gathering and maintaining data/information.
• Be team orientated and able to technically coach and mentor others.
• Flexible to the needs of the organisation and new ways of working.
• Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems advantageous.

A full UK driving licence is preferred.The candidate pack and generic role profile should be read along with the advert.Contact and additional informationIn West Midlands, we want to create a diverse workplace where you are respected, valued and listened to. We’re all different and embrace Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) where we grow and learn together. It is our ambition to promote diversity through building a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.We offer a fantastic benefits package, including flexible working, 27 days of annual leave, and an award-winning Pension Fund. See the candidate pack for more details.We would encourage you to chat to us before you apply and can contact Mark Swain via: Mark.Swain@environment-agency.gov.uk.Please see below link to our capability dictionary:https://www.calameo.com/read/004433680aab41adf893bClosing Date:18/06/2023, 23:55 hoursLevel of security checks requiredBasic CheckCompetence 1Builds and Sustains RelationshipsDescriptionOur stakeholder liaison is an important element in delivering effective project outcomes. When have you identified your stakeholders, and how did you do this?Competence 2Achieves ResultsDescriptionAt the Environment Agency we often have to balance competing priorities. When have you had to prioritise your workload based on competing priorities and how did you decide what was the most important taskCompetence 3Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and QualityDescriptionWe have an ambitious capital programme and aim to deliver better flood protection to 337,000 properties between now and March 2027 and seek to deliver this in the most sustainable and efficient way. Provide an example of when efficiencies were key to you delivering a successful outcome.Competence 4Uses InitiativeDescriptionWe are always seeking to deliver more for the communities we serve and provide betterment for the environment in everything we do. Our ambition is to create a better place. Tell us when you have created something positive that went beyond your initial expectations.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.