Environment Officer - Kent

Job Description

Environment OfficerKent Salary£23,446, leading to £28,785 after approximately 18 monthsGradeEnvironment Officer APost Type/ Working PatternPermanent, Full Time, Part Time/Job ShareInterview Datesweek commencing 7th November and 14th NovemberApply to this role for locations in Addington, West Malling, and Canterbury.About usIf youre part of the Environment Agency (EA), youre part of the solution. Working with us means protecting and improving the environment and tackling issues of national importance. Were based across England, and our responsibilities span industry regulation,flood defences, land contamination, water quality, fisheries and conservation.Such broad scope of work calls for diverse, multi-skilled teams. Together, well promote sustainable growth, tackle climate change and secure a better future for everyone.As an Environment Officer, you will play a critical frontline role protecting the environment helping create a cleaner, safer and healthier environment for people and wildlife. Dealing with a wide range of environmental issues from regulating permitted andillegal operations to protecting rivers and waterways.As an Environment Officer you will enter the role on a EOA grade £23,448 and follow a structured development program to reach EOB grade £28,785. This is expected to take up to 18 months and is awarded after demonstrating the required capabilities.During this development period you will be required to demonstrate the personal effectiveness skills essential to a regulatory role such as good communication and influencing skills. Together with demonstrating and applying your understanding of the varioustechnical regimes within the responsibility of the team you are in. That would be either a waste or land and water regulatory team. You will understand and apply the relevant legislation and the appropriate compliance interventions to take. As a regulatoryou will be expected to take enforcement action where a business or individual fails to comply with the relevant legislation which on occasion can require giving evidence in court.As well as training you will also be supported with appropriate equipment and clothing to ensure you will remain safe.What do I needIdeally you will have previous regulatory experience, but if this is your first role or a career change dont worry as we provide all the training and support youll need. The most important thing we are looking for is a passion for the environment and resilienceto succeed.Youll need to have:

• Full UK driving licence
• Effective communication and relationship building skills
• The ability to work autonomously, taking decisions, and solving problems to achieving positive outcomes
• The ability to use a range of computer systems and technology
• The ability to deliver work under high pressured environments

Whats in it for youYoull benefit from a culture that embraces difference and includes everyone, where youll feel supported and trusted to do the right thing. Well invest in you and allow you to grow and shape your career.Whats more, youll have access to our great benefits package including:

• A competitive salary of £23,446
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Great career opportunities
• Maternity, paternity and adoption leave scheme
• A range of flexible working options, plus many more!

As an organisation we strive to reflect the communities we serve, to achieve this we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, sexual orientation, and religion. We also welcome applications for part-time hours.If you have any questions regarding the vacancy or application process, please contact the recruitment team at [emailprotected].If this sounds like you, wed love to hear from you. Click apply and start your application today!