Sewerage Technical Advisor

Job Title and Employer Sewerage Technical Advisor – 32397 at Environment Agency Job Description The Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects 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, communities, and the environment. We are looking for an urban drainage advisor with sewer hydraulic modelling experience. This is an exciting and busy time for the wastewater sector. You will join an experienced and supportive national team to design and implement new regulatory approaches, enabling strategic change in the way we regulate and work with sewerage companies in delivering their storm and emergency overflow improvement programmes. You will apply your experience of building and using sewer hydraulic and modelling tools to inform guidance to the sector and ensure programme delivery. Working proactively with Environment Agency teams and external organisations, the role will lead the development of audit processes for water quality investigations carried out under the Storm Overflows Assessment Framework and Environment Act. You will also co‑develop training courses on Urban Pollution Management (UPM), respond to technical queries, and coach staff on sewerage and water quality investigations. We are a dispersed team that works with a wide range of teams across the country involved in water industry regulation and water quality planning. Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You may choose an incident role, be available to respond to incidents, or provide business continuity support during an incident; an additional payment may apply and full training will be available. The Team This post is part of the national Water Quality Regulatory Development team in the Water Regulation directorate. The team is dispersed throughout the country. The successful candidate should be able to work independently while maintaining effective communication with internal and external customers. We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise and innovation to enhance delivery, influence policy, legislation and secure resources. Experience / Skills Required A relevant degree such as civil engineering, geography or environmental science is desirable, although alternatives may be considered, as will demonstration of continued professional experience. You will have experience of sewer modelling and/or river quality impact modelling carried out for Urban Pollution Management (UPM) studies, including model audits. Knowledge of environmental planning and the regulation of Water and Sewerage Companies. Excellent organisational skills and ability to coach others. Experience embedding new approaches into business; the role will involve developing new processes through collaborative relationships across dispersed teams. Contact and Additional Information Office base location is flexible; you should be prepared to occasionally travel or stay overnight to attend meetings. For further information on this role please contact: phil.hulme@environment-agency.gov.uk. For more information about working for us and how to apply please read the Candidate Pack and Additional information document. Applications will be “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions. Interviews will be held using MS Teams during the week commencing 12th January 2026. If you consent to be recruited onto a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post. Competencies Competence 1 – Numerical Modelling and ForecastingDescribe the models you have developed, their purpose, audit or QA processes followed, problems encountered, and how they were resolved. Competence 2 – Strategic Environment PlanningDescribe how you have applied environmental planning, and your technical and professional skills, to have a significant positive impact on water quality in the wastewater sector. Competence 3 – Coaches OthersGive an example of where you successfully enhanced the capability of a group of people within your organisation or an external organisation. Competence 4 – Shapes Organisational Approach & DeliveryDescribe a process you have developed and embedded at an organisational level. Employment Details Seniority Level: Associate Employment Type: Full‑time Job Function: Business Development and Sales Equality, Diversity and Inclusion The Environment Agency is fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share. If you are a disabled applicant, we have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support you. The Environment Agency, a Non‑Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. We won’t engage directly with the market via post, email, or phone. If you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks, 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. 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