Senior Advisor Contaminated Land and Minewaters - 31670

Senior Advisor Contaminated Land and Minewaters - 31670

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Job DescriptionAre you a strategic thinker with a proven track record of delivery and experience in land contamination and /or abandoned mines?We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join the national Land and Contamination Management team as a Senior Advisor to lead our innovative and exciting project work to tackle the historic legacy of land contamination and water pollution from abandoned mines.You will:Be the Environment Agency’s Programme Executive for both the Contaminated Land and Water and Abandoned Metal Mines Programmes.Support and deliver on contentious issues arising from legacy contamination, helping to support Government growth ambitions and our commitments under the Environmental Improvement Plan.Build positive relationships with Defra and other government departments, stakeholders and partners, including leading our national engagement with the Mining Remediation Authority on dealing with water pollution caused by historical coal mining and recovering heat from underground coal mines.Share your technical expertise across the broad spectrum of our land contamination portfolio, including work to; support remediation of land affected by contamination via voluntary remediation or spatial planning, review and update of environmental permits for treatment of contaminated soils and groundwater, regulation of Part 2A Special Sites and preparation and publication of State of Contaminated Land Reports.Lead and manage a small number of direct reports working in this technical field.The teamYou will join the Land and Contamination Management Team in the Environment and Business (EandB) Directorate. We’re a dispersed team and work with a wide range of technical and project teams across the country.In EandB 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 RequiredIn your capability-based answers please demonstrate your:Technical expertise and experience of tackling legacy contamination from land contamination and /or pollution from abandoned mines (preferably both) and how you manage the risks and challenges.Operational knowledge and experience of the relevant legislation and statutory / best practice technical guidance. A thorough understanding of the Contaminated Land Regime under Part 2A EPA 1990 is desirable.Project and programme management experience including investigation / remediation of land affected by contamination or water polluted by abandoned mines, delivering results to time, cost and quality.Experience of successfully leading and managing high performing teams.Experience of informing and influencing government departments or stakeholders on contentious or complex topicsTechnical requirementsQualified to at least degree level in a relevant discipline (Essential).Chartered or working towards chartership (Desirable).Development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided.Contact and additional informationYou’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We’ll help you find a role to suit your needs. Appropriate training will be given.You’ll have an EA Office base location, as a national role the working location is flexible / hybrid.We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, some travel and overnights may be required.Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact phil.whitaker@environment-agency.gov.ukApplications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions. Interviews will be held via MS Teams within two weeks of the closing date. If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post.CompetenciesManages Self: Has full awareness of own strengths, weaknesses, impact and approach. Effectively organises self and takes personal responsibility for own role in the Environment Agency.Programme and Project Management: Selects, plans and manages contractors, programmes or events to achieve Environment Agency objectives cost-effectively.Leads People: Provides leadership that inspires and motivates others to achieve goals.Influences and Persuades Others: Presenting a case in a convincing way to win support for plans; describe how you influenced stakeholders on a major project.Note: Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service. Flexible working patterns are welcome, including job share. We guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability whose application meets minimum criteria. For details on status and continuity of service, consult your HR team.The Environment Agency is committed to diversity and inclusion and works with government frameworks for external recruitment. See the candidate pack for more information.Seniority level

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