Job Description

Business Management & Improvement, Engineering, Governance, Operational Delivery, Planning, Programme and Project Management, Risk Management, Strategy, Knowledge & Information Management, Digital

Salary Minimum 1

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Job description 1

The iconic Thames Barrier, one of the world\'s largest moveable flood barriers, plays a pivotal role in protecting over \xc2\xa3320 billion worth of property and 1.4 million people from tidal flooding in London.

We are looking for a Lead Draughtsperson & Technical Writer to guide and deliver our management of technical drawings and documentation at the Thames Barrier. Alongside working to produce, modify and verify these items, you will be entrusted with responsibility and influence over the processes and information systems (e.g., EDRMS) through which we deliver this work. This responsibility will require you to plan effectively and lead others in delivering the management of our technical drawings and documentation, for example through the creation and alteration of relevant technical standards. To achieve this, you will be supported by a team dedicated to asset data and information management, with a common goal to ensure that this data and information continues to support the safe and reliable operation of the Thames Barrier.

Enhanced security vetting is a requirement for this role. Applicants must have been resident in the UK for at least the past five years to pass this vetting.

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.

The team 1

The Thames Barrier\'s Asset Performance team holds overall responsibility for the management of this asset, alongside five of its associated gates, to ensure that it works when required and protects London from tidal flooding. To ensure this performance, the team leads on asset data and information management, asset management planning, risk assessment, business planning and the delivery of facilities management. The team consists of engineers, planners, technicians and analysts working together to achieve this.

Experience/skills required 1

• Proficiency in producing, modifying and verifying technical drawings through computer-aided design & drafting (CADD), acting as a CAD technician, and hand-drawing.
• Basic knowledge of civil, mechanical and/or electrical engineering.
• Ability to lead and deliver through others of varying knowledge and motivations.
• Self-motivation and initiative in delivering responsibilities whilst striving for continuous improvement.

The following experience/skills are not required but would be useful:

• Working knowledge of building information modelling (BIM)
• Working knowledge of acting as a project senior user
• Basic knowledge of asset management

Contact and additional information 1

Additional to base salary, the postholder will receive per annum:

• \xc2\xa33,889 London Weighting allowance
• \xc2\xa33000 Site allowance if they have an incident role at the Thames Barrier, plus further payments when on standby.

We offer a range of employee benefits and we\'re fully invested in developing team-member\'s skills and careers. Please download the candidate pack for more information.

The role is based at the Thames Barrier and interviews will be held in August.

For further details please contact Lewis Clarke on +447384248782 or Lewis.Clarke@environment-agency.gov.uk

We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for our vacancies, including job share, so please include any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

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Candidate pack 1

Closing Date:

22/10/2023, 23:55 hours

Level of security checks required 1

Basic Check

Competence 1 1

Data and Information Management

Description 1

Please note we do not assess CVs. It is your answers given to the questions below that will be used for interview selection so ensure you draw out your skills and experience in your response. We encourage you to refer to the candidate pack for a link to our "EA capability dictionary"

Please provide an example of a time you have demonstrated the competency set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application):

Please tell us about a time when you have had to manage technical drawings and/or documentation to support the work of others. How did you ensure the correctness of these items whilst meeting organisational and legislative requirements?

Competence 2 1

Influences and Persuades Others

Description 1

Please note we do not assess CVs. It is your answers given to the questions below that will be used for interview selection so ensure you draw out your skills and experience in your response. We encourage you to refer to the candidate pack for a link to our "EA capability dictionary"

Please provide an example of a time you have demonstrated the competency set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application):

Tell us about a time when you have had to present a case in a convincing and attractive way that has won people over, encouraging them to follow a plan or strategy willingly with a successful outcome. How did you engage with others and recognise their viewpoints?

Competence 3 1

Achieves Results

Description 1

Please note we do not assess CVs. It is your answers given to the questions below that will be used for interview selection so ensure you draw out your skills and experience in your response. We encourage you to refer to the candidate pack for a link to our "EA capability dictionary"

Please provide an example of a time you have demonstrated the competency set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application):

Tell us about a time when you have achieved a significant result in the workplace. What did you do and how did you effectively plan and prioritise tasks required?

If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit for more information.

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