Asset Team Leader North Devon - Bideford, United Kingdom - Environment Agency

Environment Agency

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Bideford, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Number of jobs available 1- - Region 1- South West

City/Town 1
Bideford

Building/Site 1

Alverdiscott Depot

Grade 1

Staff Grade
Post Type 1
Permanent

Working Pattern 1

Full Time, Part Time, Compressed Hours

Role Type 1

Operational Delivery, Programme and Project Management
Salary Minimum 1 £37,46
Job description 1
Flooding represents a crucial challenge both now and into the future as the impacts of climate change become apparent.

We need individuals who want to play a key role in making Devon and Cornwall a greener, more resilient and a better place to live and work.

We have an exciting opportunity for a confident leader of people to lead our Asset Performance Team in North Devon.

You will lead a highly professional, multi-skilled team which includes asset managers, engineers, environmental and construction specialists responsible for delivering a broad asset and incident management remit.

This includes planning and delivery of our capital and maintenance programmes and leading our operational incident response.

You will play a key role developing and motivating team members to deliver, as well as ensuring their health, safety and wellbeing is looked after and team business actions are complete.

The focus will be on management of the team, and this will be a fantastic opportunity to learn about the role of the Environment Agency and use your leadership skills to bring out the best in our employees.

You will be flexible in your approach and open to regular change.

The most important thing is your ability to connect with people, supporting them with the leadership they need to be their best.

The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve.

Everyone starting in a new role will be welcomed into the team and given the training and support needed along with any equipment required for the role.

Flexible working is fully supported.

The team 1
You will lead a great team of people (approx team members), with a wealth of expertise and experience who are passionate about what they do.

You'll be part of the Area Operations leadership team in Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Area as well as working with internal colleagues in strategic planning and Field operations.

Experience/skills required 1
Required:
Experience of leading a team and/or managing construction/maintenance activities and good understanding of H&S legislation.
Ability to lead people and provide clear direction, instruction and guidance through effective performance management.
Ability to recognise the strengths, vulnerabilities and motivations of others and develop key skills.
Ability to resource, prioritise and deliver a work programme. Identifying the required competencies/skills and plant/equipment needed to deliver activities in line with our SHEW Code of Practice and relevant OIs.
Computer literate. Competent using IT devices, such as an iPad, and willing to learn our inhouse systems.

Desirable:

Commercial acumen and knowledge of our supply chain to assist in the delivery of our work programmes is beneficial.
A relevant degree (or similar) and specialist training such as National Examination Board of Safety Health (NEBOSH) and/or Institute of Asset Management Certificate (IAM) is beneficial.
Contact and additional information 1
The role is based at Alverdiscott Depot, Bideford.