Job Description

We’re fully committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share.

The Environment Agency’s strategy is to protect and enhance nature and leave the nation’s natural environment in a better state than we inherited it. As part of the Defra Group Fleet Services (DGFS) we are responsible for leading the fleet transition to achieve net‑zero and drive tangible change.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of fleet specialists to support the delivery of ambitious fleet targets and lead tender processes including award of contracts.

As a member of the Contracts, Performance & Risk Team you will work with contract managers overseeing the contract lifecycle, influence and manage supplier performance and deliver on legal and health & safety responsibilities.

Responding to incidents is a central part of the role and you will undertake required training and participation. The position reports to the Fleet Manager (Contract Performance).

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract lifecycles for purchase and service contracts on behalf of the Environment Agency and Defra Partners.
• Identify business needs, set contract strategy, and lead tender processes.
• Reduce suppliers’ environmental footprint and maintain a cost‑effective fleet.
• Influence internal and external stakeholders and contribute to operational delivery.
• Support incident response and training requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Collaboration with colleagues across the organisation and suppliers.
• Influence and persuade internal and external stakeholders.
• Forward thinking and ability to identify opportunities and risks.

Experience of the procurement processes within Defra would be desirable.

Application Process

Interviews are expected to take place via MS Teams week during mid to late November 2025. Please contact Jacqui Date (Fleet Manager) via email on Jacqui.date@environment-agency.gov.uk (Monday to Thursday) for more information or to arrange an informal discussion.

Please note we do not assess CVs. The answers to the following competence questions will be used for interview selection. Provide an example in no more than 250 words for each.

• Competence 1 – Efficiency, Innovation and Quality – Identify a new or improved method or process without compromising quality.
• Competence 2 – Influences and Persuades Others – Present a case that won people over.
• Competence 3 – Takes Decisions and Solves Problems – Deliver a solution to a problem by analysing information and taking timely decisions.

Role specific license requirements: Full UK Driving Licence.

Key Details

• Seniority level – Associate
• Employment type – Contract
• Job function – Management and Manufacturing

Benefits & Working Conditions

The post is Full Time but requests for other work patterns will be considered. As part of a national team the location is flexible. You may be required to work in EA offices and attend national meetings, possibly with some overnight stays. You will be comfortable with remote working and management.

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 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.