Water Resources Regulation Advisor - 34217
CompanyEnvironment Agency
Location
Bodmin, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/24/2026
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£48,200
(£24.72 per hour)
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Description
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required to have an incident role or provide business continuity support during an incident. You will receive training, and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you.
Job Description
The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don't just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.
We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join the Water Resources Regulation team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your knowledge and skills to ensure we properly manage water resources and help shape the future direction of water resources regulation.
In this role you will work closely with teams in Environment & Business, Permitting and Operations to gain a good understanding of emerging licensing policy issues. You will provide specialist water resources licensing advice to other parts of the organisation and to external customers and partners. You will:
- experience of improving a process or system, drawing support from across teams
- ability to solve complex processes and technical queries
- ability to balance competing priorities, targeting effort where it is needed most
- ability to work independently, be self-motivated and pro-active, and complete work on time to a high standard
- excellent communication skills
- ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work.
Job Description
The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don't just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.
We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join the Water Resources Regulation team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your knowledge and skills to ensure we properly manage water resources and help shape the future direction of water resources regulation.
In this role you will work closely with teams in Environment & Business, Permitting and Operations to gain a good understanding of emerging licensing policy issues. You will provide specialist water resources licensing advice to other parts of the organisation and to external customers and partners. You will:
- Support development of new policies and processes.
- Resolve and answer technical water resources regulation helpdesk queries.
- Review and maintain existing process guidance and tools to ensure they are fit for purpose.
The team
You will join our Water Resources Regulation Team. We direct and shape the approach to better regulate abstraction and impounding activities. We're a small, friendly team that works with government, national stakeholders and operational teams.
We are part of the Environment and Business Directorate. We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation, and secure resources.
Experience/skills Required
In your capability-based answers please demonstrate your:
- knowledge and experience of abstraction and impounding, water resources regulation and legislation (essential)
- experience of improving a process or system, drawing support from across teams
- ability to solve complex processes and technical queries
- ability to balance competing priorities, targeting effort where it is needed most
- ability to work independently, be self-motivated and pro-active, and complete work on time to a high standard
Contact and additional information
You will have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We will help you find a role to suit your needs. Appropriate training will be given.
You will have an EA Office base location, as a national role the working location is flexible.
We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel; some travel and overnights may be required.
Please read the Candidate Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact helen.vale@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews will be held via MS Teams within three weeks of the closing date.
If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we will hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post.
Competence 1
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Description
Competency description: Finds and delivers optimal solutions by effectively analysing all the information, probing to develop alternatives, and taking sound and timely decisions.
Give an example where you have worked through a challenge and made decisions or solved problems to ensure a successful outcome was achieved.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using this lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to assessment/interview. Feedback is generally not available at sift stage.
Competence 2
Achieves Results
Description
Competency 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.
Give an example of when you have planned and delivered a complex piece of work, whilst working under pressure and where delivery relied on others input as much as your own.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Competence 3
Communicates Effectively
Description
Competency description: Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately, and persuasively through speech and writing.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
You will need to communicate technical information to a wide range of people. Tell us about a situation where your communication skills made a difference to a situation. How did you adapt your style to that specific audience/ situation? What was the outcome?
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.
Give an example of when you have planned and delivered a complex piece of work, whilst working under pressure and where delivery relied on others input as much as your own.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Competence 3
Communicates Effectively
Description
Competency description: Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately, and persuasively through speech and writing.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
You will need to communicate technical information to a wide range of people. Tell us about a situation where your communication skills made a difference to a situation. How did you adapt your style to that specific audience/ situation? What was the outcome?
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.
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Although the Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra, we subscribe to and align with the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.