Overview

NCEA Land Access Database Technical Lead - 31738

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 by building an evidence base on the state and value of our natural environment and ecosystems to transform environmental decision-making in England. The post is a national role with a flexible working location; some travel and overnight stays will be required.

We promote an inclusive culture and welcome all applicants including disabled, LGBT+ or Black, Asian and Minority Ethnicities.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for all aspects of landowner access for the monitoring networks within the NCEA programme.
• Maintain landowner data in the Land Access Database, ensuring compliance with Environment Agency and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with operations specialists to ensure delivery aligns with programme goals and timelines.
• Lead technical directions for data management and governance of the dataset; provide guidance and optimisation of data management processes.
• Work independently and with teams to troubleshoot access and programme delivery challenges.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the best possible access arrangements for monitoring networks.
• Demonstrate adaptability and proactive response to evolving priorities.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience with geospatial data and GIS; ability to manage landowner datasets and perform spatial analysis for NCEA networks.
• Strong data management skills and experience handling datasets in a controlled environment.
• Ability to provide expert technical leadership through training, guidance, and process optimisation.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in projects and programmes and to engage with a range of colleagues and partners.

Experience and Style

• Interest in driving a data management project that supports transformative environmental decision-making.
• Ability to develop networks and work across teams and partner organisations.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Contract length: Up to 2 years
• Location: National role; working location flexible with EA office base; some travel and overnight stays required.
• We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job share. A Guaranteed Interview Policy supports those with a disability who are seeking employment.
• We also have a policy regarding eligibility for continuous service and redundancy considerations for applicants from different sectors; please contact HR if unsure of status.

Contact and Additional Information

Please see Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact mike.fraser@environment-agency.gov.uk or adam.akers@environment-agency.gov.uk