Environment and Business Advisor (Regulation of Industrial Emissions) - 34693

There are opportunities to get involved with incident management when pollution incidents occur. We have a flexible range of roles you can volunteer for and you will get all the training and support that you need.

Good communication skills are required as you will be working with a diverse range of people.

Job Description

We are the Environment Agency. We create better places for people and wildlife. Improving and protecting the quality of our air, land and water and tacking climate change are at the heart of everything we do. We work with Government and Business to help them comply with environmental regulations and reduce their polluting emissions and carbon footprint. We believe a healthy and diverse environment enhances people’s lives and contributes to sustainable economic growth.

We are working to ensure the UK sets world class standards for controlling polluting emissions and to drive compliance and beyond.

The role is extremely varied and draws on a diverse range of skills. Working closely with teammates and other colleagues you can expect to be involved in any of the following:

Supporting senior advisors to provide advice and guidance to operations staff relating to the regulations of manufacturing industry (Cement Lime and Minerals, Chemicals, Food and Drink, Metals, Paper Pulp and Textiles). Working closely with Government, other regulators, NGOs, industry and trade bodies Gathering data and information to help set standards for pollution control Supporting the team with data and knowledge management Co-ordinating provision of training and development to operational colleagues

There are opportunities to get involved with incident management when pollution incidents occur. We have a flexible range of roles you can volunteer for and you will get all the training and support that you need.

The team

The Manufacturing industry regulation and Local Authority Unit team (MLAU) is key in setting standards and providing regulatory strategy for the process industries. This work is vital in protecting and improving the quality of air, land and water and reducing noise and odour.

Experience/skills Required

An engineering or scientific background An understanding of the nature and impact of pollution An understanding of the technologies available for controlling / reducing industrial pollution and the regulatory framework which drives their uptake Ability to collate, manage and interpret complex scientific data and information Ability to develop and maintain good relationships with internal and external contacts Good organisational skills and ability to use MS office and other IT tools

Good communication skills are required as you will be working with a diverse range of people.

Contact and additional information

Please note that your answers to the capability questions will be used to determine selection for interview.

Everyone starting a new role with the Environment Agency will be welcomed into the team and given all the training and support you need to succeed.

There are also fully funded opportunities to develop further academic / professional qualifications.

The Environment Agency offer an extensive range of employee benefits.

For further information on this role, the employee benefits and the work of the Environment Agency, please download the candidate pack.

For any questions relating to this role, please contact paul.wright@environment-agency.gov.uk or Nicola.barnfather@environment-agency.gov.uk

This vacancy is suitable for full-time, part-time and or job share work patterns.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on 15 June 2026

Competence 1

Scientific Knowledge

Description

An engineering or scientific background An understanding of the nature and impact of pollution An understanding of the technologies available for controlling / reducing industrial pollution and the regulatory framework which drives their uptake

Competence 2

Data and Information Management

Description

Ability to collate, manage and interpret complex scientific data and information

Competence 3

Customer and Partner Relations

Description

Ability to develop and maintain good relationships with internal and external contacts

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 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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