Overview

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in delivering an operationally vital part of the Environment Agency’s Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) Programme — a flagship initiative shaping how we understand and manage the water environment. The Programme supports Defra's wider NCEA programme in building a groundbreaking evidence base on the state and value of our natural environment and ecosystems to transform environmental decision-making in England.
As a technical specialist for the Land Access Database – a new database which stores landowner’s details of sites we want to monitor – you will provide oversight for all aspects of landowner access for the monitoring networks within the programme. You will maintain landowner data, complying with Environment Agency and legal requirements. You’ll work alongside operations specialists to ensure delivery aligns with programme goals and timelines, while maintaining strong working relationships across teams.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the best possible access arrangements for our monitoring networks.
• Maintain landowner datasets and spatial analysis for NCEA networks with strong data management and GIS skills.
• Provide expert technical leadership through training, guidance, and optimisation of data management processes.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to troubleshoot challenges in access and programme delivery.
• Be adaptable and proactive, responding effectively to evolving priorities.

Experience / Skills Required

This would be a great opportunity for anyone interested in driving a data management project that will bring about transformative change in environmental management and decision making. It is a good opportunity to develop networks; develop skills of working in projects and programmes; and work with a range of colleagues and partners.

The team

The post will work with the EA’s NCEA Operations team who implement the 11 new monitoring networks. We promote an inclusive culture and welcome all applicants including disabled, LGBT+ or Black Asian and Minority Ethnicities. The team works collaboratively with the wider Environment Agency and beyond, making this a great role to see the breadth of what the Environment Agency does. The post sits within the National Monitoring – Fish and Ecology team.

Location & Availability

This is a national role with a flexible working location; an EA office base is required. Some travel and overnight stays will be required.

Contract & Eligibility

Length of contract: Up to 2 years. We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment and invite applications from diverse backgrounds.

Important notes

We are not a part of HM Civil Service for Crown Servant status. If you are applying from the Civil Service, Environment Agency is not Crown-Servant. If you are unsure of your status, contact your HR team. If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer an alternative post. If you’re applying from local government or other bodies, you may be eligible for continuous service for redundancy calculations.