Flood and Coast Risk Management Programme Officer

1 month ago


Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

Number of jobs available- 1
- Region- South West
- City/Town- Blandford Forum, Bridgwater
- Grade- Staff Grade 4
- Post Type- Permanent
- Working Pattern- Full Time
- Role Type- Operational Delivery, Programme and Project Management, Risk Management
- Salary Minimum- £29,706
- Job description- Do you want to create a better place for people, wildlife and the environment? Do you want to be part of a team that is delivering the biggest capital investment programme for flood and coastal risk management in Wessex and protect as many properties as possible from flooding and coastal erosion? If so, read on
You will be involved in all parts of the business planning cycle, from helping with the allocation of funding, to monitoring in year capital funding or reporting on numbers of properties protected by our capital schemes. We also report on the wider benefits of the capital programme such as environmental improvements or carbon efficiencies. You could be assisting in the development of bids for future year’s programmes. You will also be involved in helping produce data for reports that support the Area Portfolio Delivery Board or the Regional Flood & Coastal Committee. Or you could be asked to respond to data requests for example on where funding has been spent.
This role requires excellent attention to detail, good communication and networking skills, ability to develop and build good working relationships, and be able to work as part of a team. You will need to be organised, willing to undertake a range of different activities to support the whole team and be comfortable working in a dispersed team.
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents, or provide business continuity support during an incident. This may attract an additional payment and full training and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role.
For more information about working for the Environment Agency and what we do visit our careers page environmentagencycareers.co.uk
- The team- This role sits within the Wessex Programme Team and works closely with colleagues from FCRM, operations delivery, finance and PCM in order to develop, monitor and deliver the FCRM programme. We work closely with national colleagues and across areas, contributing to ways of working in a 'one business approach'. We are a friendly team with a real passion for the work we do. Our work is often challenging, fast paced and varied, but highly rewarding.
- Experience/skills required- We are looking for individuals who are self-motivated and have good data and information management skills. Through experience to date you will ideally be able to demonstrate some of the following:

- Be able to develop and maintain good relationships with others
- Be able to plan, track, gather and maintain information
- Be able to coordinate activities across different teams and bring people together
- Be able to work on your own initiative and as part of a dispersed team
- Be able to prioritise and manage own workload
- Have good organisational skills
- Have excellent attention to detail
- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage with a diverse range of people
- Be resilient and comfortable in a fast pace and flexible environment.

As an entry level grade we welcome all backgrounds, preferability with an interest in geography or science discipline.
- Contact and additional information-
The role can be based at either our Blandford or Bridgwater Offices, with flexible home working included. As a dispersed team, there is an occasional need to travel to other Environment Agency offices including Chippenham, Exeter or Bristol. Flexible working arrangements are in place to support your work/life balance. Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss part time working.
We’re looking for applicants who believe that having a truly diverse, representative, and engaged workforce is fundamental to protect the environment and effectively serve our communities.



  • Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

    Number of jobs available- 1 - Region- South West - City/Town- Blandford Forum - Grade- Staff Grade 4 - Post Type- Permanent - Working Pattern- Full Time - Role Type- Environment & Sustainability, Operational Delivery - Salary Minimum- £29,706 - Job description- Do you enjoy problem solving and the process of negotiating solutions? Do you want to influence...


  • Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

    Number of jobs available- 36 - Region- East of England, London, North East, North West, South East, South West, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber - City/Town- Blandford Forum, Boston, Bridgwater, Chippenham, Cramlington, Kendal, Leyland, London, Mablethorpe, Norwich, Oxford, Penrith, Pickering, Sale, Seaford, Shoreham-by-Sea, Smethwick, Ware, York,...


  • Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

    Number of jobs available- 1 - Region- South West - City/Town- Blandford Forum, Bridgwater - Building/Site- Rivers House Bridgwater, Blandford Depot - Grade- Staff Grade 4 - Post Type- Permanent - Working Pattern- Full Time - Role Type- Operational Delivery - Salary Minimum- £29,706 - Job description- As a member of a National Monitoring Field team, you will...

  • Support Assistant

    1 month ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

    Number of jobs available- 1 - Region- South West - City/Town- Blandford Forum, Bridgwater - Grade- Staff Grade 3 - Post Type- Fixed Term - Working Pattern- Full Time - Role Type- Administration / Corporate Support, Environment & Sustainability, Operational Delivery - Salary Minimum- £25,042 Pro-rata - Job description- This is an exciting opportunity to be...


  • Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

    Number of jobs available- 3 - Region- South West - City/Town- Blandford Forum - Grade- Staff Grade 3 - Post Type- Permanent - Working Pattern- Full Time - Role Type- Environment & Sustainability, Operational Delivery - Salary Minimum- £25,042 - Job description- The Environment Agency works to create better places for people, wildlife, and supports...

  • Security Officer

    4 weeks ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Amberstone Security Full time

    Amberstone Security is a dynamic and forward-thinking company who prides itself on the quality of its staff and the service they provide. Each year we are audited under the ACS (Approved Contractor Scheme) assessment and remain within the top ACS approved security companies within the UK. Location: Blandford Shifts: Monday to Sunday availability required....

  • Office Supervisor

    1 week ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Humphries Kirk Solicitors Full time

    **HK Law** is an established and successful growing law firm with offices across Dorset and Somerset, servicing clients locally, nationally and beyond. We have an exciting and career enhancing opportunity for a permanent, full time **Office Supervisor (Front of House)** to join us at our **Blandford **office. Our modern office is located close to the river...

  • Planning Specialist

    1 week ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

    Number of jobs available- 1 - Region- South West - City/Town- Blandford Forum, Bridgwater - Grade- Staff Grade 5 - Post Type- Permanent - Working Pattern- Full Time - Role Type- Environment & Sustainability, Operational Delivery, Planning - Salary Minimum- £37,462 - Job description- We are recruiting for a motivated and experienced Planning Specialist to...


  • Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Bryanston School Full time

    Full-time, Year-round_ Bryanston has an exciting opportunity for a personable and dedicated Community Engagement Officer to join the Development Department and support its aim to build lifelong relationships with alumni, friends and the wider community, fundraise for the School’s priorities and support the strategic vision of the Head and Governors. The...

  • Cleaner

    6 days ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom TC Facilities Management Full time

    **About The Role**: **TC Facilities Management is currently recruiting for a Cleaner to join our team to help support our clients.** **What will you be doing?** - General cleaning of our clients site - You must be able to work to deadlines and prioritise - Excellent attention to detail is required - Required to work independently or in a small team -...

  • Office Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Dorset Community Transport Full time

    We are looking for a bright and competent Office _Assistant_ to join our team in _Blandford Forum, Dorset_. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading charity and social enterprise in a multi-disciplinary role in which you can develop your career. The role forms part of the Operations Team and, as such, you will be key to the successful running of...

  • Cleaner (Part-time)

    5 days ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom TC Facilities Management Full time

    Shift Pattern: 2 days per week - Tuesday/Friday during opening hours - 8am to 4pm Hours Per Week: 4 **About The Role** **TC Facilities Management is currently recruiting for a Cleaner to join our team to help support our clients.** **What will you be doing?** - General cleaning of our clients site - You must be able to work to deadlines and prioritise -...


  • Blandford Forum, United Kingdom airbus Full time

    Job Description: SECURITY CLEARANCE: This role involves working within the UK Defence industry, requiring the applicant to be able to be security cleared to a UK SC level.(Must have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years)LOCATION: This role is a site based role working from our LSRC offices in Blandford Camp, Dorset.TYPE: Full time - PermanentWHAT'S IN...


  • Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Care Dorset Full time

    Are you an experienced carer looking for a career development opportunity? **Overview** We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at Castleman House, a purpose-built residential home, located in the Georgian Market town of Blandford Forum. You will join a longstanding team of committed and passionate colleagues working in a person-centred...


  • Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Bryanston School Full time

    Part-time, term-time only_ We have a fantastic opportunity for a energetic and dedicated individual to join us as a School Office Administrator. As the welcoming and helpful face of the Prep School, you will provide a range of vital administrative support services to a variety of school functions as required. You will need to be a practicsed problem-solver...

  • Cleaner

    1 week ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom TC Facilities Management Full time

    About The Role TCFM are recruiting for flexible cleaning operatives working with in our client site.  General light cleaning of the bank You will be a keyholder due to working alone, so you must be trustworthy and reliable We need to complete a DBS and a financial check on you to be a successful candidate for this role, we will arrange and pay...

  • Retail Sales

    18 hours ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Tidal Vape Ltd Full time

    Join us and be part of our friendly Tidal Vape family. As a team player you’ll have a strong focus on delivering a great customer experience backed by excellent standards day in and day out. Perhaps already a vaping fan, or keen to learn as you go, you’ll be passionate and knowledgeable about our products always looking to exceed sales targets. We also...

  • Retail Sales

    4 weeks ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Tidal Vape Ltd Full time

    Join us and be part of our friendly Tidal Vape family. As a team player you’ll have a strong focus on delivering a great customer experience backed by excellent standards day in and day out. Perhaps already a vaping fan, or keen to learn as you go, you’ll be passionate and knowledgeable about our products always looking to exceed sales targets. We also...

  • House Manager

    1 month ago


    Blandford Forum, United Kingdom McCarthy and Stone Full time

    Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service?  Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions?  Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events?  McCarthy Stone is the leading UK’s retirement living providers. We are looking for a House Manager to join our team at Stour Gate in Blandford. ...


  • Blandford Forum, United Kingdom Dometic Full time

    About the jobMillions of people around the world buy and use Dometic products. They’re RV users, boat owners, truck drivers, campers, outdoor people. All part of a growing movement – a longing for freedom and adventure, a desire to explore the world and to stay away for extended periods of time. We call it mobile living. Our mission is to make mobile...