Environment Officer - Water Industry Regulation

At the Environment Agency, your work makes a real and lasting difference. As one of the UK’s leading environmental regulators, we tackle the major challenges of water quality, pollution, and land management. We’re values-driven, impact-focused, and committed to protecting the environment and communities across the country.

About the Role: Make a Real Impact on Water Quality

The Environment Agency is the leading public body for protecting and improving the environment in England. Being an Environment Officer is one of our most vital roles. In this position, you'll be solely focused on regulating one of the nine water companies across the country. Your work will involve:

• Ensuring Compliance: Planning and delivering compliance activities to ensure water companies operate without polluting the environment.
• Enforcement Action: Taking action, including potential court appearances for serious offences, when environmental regulations are breached.
• Site Inspections: Travelling frequently to conduct inspections and address issues on the ground.
• Incident Response: Playing a crucial role in responding to environmental incidents, sometimes outside normal working hours (with additional pay and full training).

This role is perfect if you're passionate about environmental improvement and ready for a challenging yet rewarding career. You'll join a frontline team, contributing directly to a cleaner, safer, and healthier environment for all.

Your Development Journey:

You’ll join at EOA grade and follow a structured development programme leading to promotion to EOB grade. This typically takes around 18 months.

Your training will include:

• Residential sessions (3–5 days at a time, for at least 3 weeks overall)
• On-the-job learning
• Support to build your technical knowledge, regulatory understanding, and personal effectiveness

We’ll provide all the tools, training, and PPE you need to stay safe and succeed in your role.

What We Offer You:

• A salary up to £27,749 leading at Induction Stage, rising to £33,000 after completion of approx. 18-months training
• Generous Pension: Secure your future with our excellent pension scheme.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, with options for flexible working.
• Career Growth & Comprehensive Training: Benefit from structured development, mentorship, and continuous learning. Note: Initial training includes residential periods (approx. 3-5 days at a time for at least 3 weeks), requiring travel and overnight stays.
• Impactful Work: Directly contribute to protecting and enhancing the environment, making a real difference.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive team that values diversity and collaboration.
• Extra Perks: Opportunities for overtime, paid environmental outcomes days, and comprehensive leave schemes (maternity, paternity, adoption).
• Options for flexible and / or part-time working may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Induction and training are expected to begin in Autumn 2025, with a planned start date of October 2025.

What We're Looking For:

• Full UK Driving License. Please note, if you are invited to interview, we will contact you to conduct a DVLA driving licence check. More information on this process will be provided to you should you reach this stage of the recruitment process.
• GCSE Grade A-C (or equivalent) in a Science-related subject or relevant work experience.
• Customer Service Experience: You'll be engaging with local businesses, communities, and operators.
• Passion for the Environment: A strong drive for environmental improvement and resilience to succeed.
• While previous regulatory or scientific experience is a plus, it's not essential. We'll provide comprehensive training to help you develop the necessary skills and expertise.

Why Choose the Environment Agency?

Join the UK's largest environmental organisation and be part of a team that tackles national challenges head-on. We are committed to achieving tangible results, from implementing industry regulations to restoring polluted water bodies. We invest in our people, providing tailored training, equipment, and a collaborative community where your contributions truly matter.

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.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Click apply and start your application today! 

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the UK's biggest environmental organisation. Join us, and together, let's tackle the challenges of a changing climate and build a more sustainable future. Apply now and embark on a rewarding and fulfilling career journey with the Environment Agency. 

Closing Date: 7th July 2025
Interview Dates: week commencing 21st July 2025