Flood Projects Officer (Natural Flood Management) - Buckinghamshire County Council
hace 14 días
Aylesbury
Flood Projects Officer (Natural Flood Management)\n Location: Aylesbury \n Salary: £38,753 - £46,018 \n Reference number: BUC14774 \n Contract type: Fixed Term / Secondment \n Working hours: Full Time \nOverview\n Are you passionate about improving the environment and addressing climate change? \n We are seeking an experienced and motivated Flood Projects Officer (NFM) to lead the delivery of innovative Natural Flood Management (NFM) projects across Buckinghamshire. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver strategic flood resilience projects that benefit communities, wildlife and the wider natural environment. \n This is a 12-month Secondment/ Fixed-Term contract opportunity. \nAbout us\n The Climate Change and Flood Risk Management (CCFRM) Team plays a central role in delivering sustainable solutions that protect our communities and enhance our natural landscapes. Working collaboratively with internal teams, the Environment Agency, water companies and other community partners, we develop forward thinking approaches to flood risk management, and climate change mitigation and adaptation. You’ll be joining a committed team that is ambitious, collaborative and proud to deliver meaningful, long-term impacts. \n The CCFRM Team manages local flood risk to ensure delivery of statutory responsibilities, associated with the Council’s role as the Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA). The Team is comprised of the Flood Management Team, the Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) Team, Project Groundwater and the Flood Capital Programme Team. \n The Flood Capital Programme Team carries out the Councils non-statutory function of identifying, funding and delivering a programme of capital projects (including NFM projects) to reduce flood risk to residential properties within Buckinghamshire, along with delivering other benefits, such as environmental enhancements where possible. This is a commitment made by the Council in our Local Flood Risk Management Strategy (2023) which is supported by a capital funding allocation: \n\n • Lead and project manage flood risk management nature-based solution schemes, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.\n, • Produce and maintain essential project documentation including project briefs, procurement specifications, supplier contracts, initiation documents, risk registers, and financial plans, communications and project plans.\n, • Support the development of a countywide strategic approach to NFM and contribute to a pipeline of future projects aligned to flood risk management and wider environmental programmes.\n, • Work with the Environment Agency, water companies and other internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities and develop business cases to secure funding.\n, • Manage procurement processes, commission contractors and consultants, and oversee contract performance.\n, • Monitor project budgets, report on expenditure, and escalate issues where required.\n, • Coordinate internal and external partners, providing specialist advice on NFM, project delivery and funding requirements.\n, • Lead communications for assigned projects, ensuring effective engagement with councillors, partners and local communities.\n, • relevant experience and technical skills in NbS and project management.\n, • an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Lead Local Flood Authority, with knowledge of relevant legislation and policies in flood risk management.\n, • a good understanding of the various flood risk mechanisms.\n, • an understanding of public procurement policies.\n, • excellent planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage and prioritise work to meet deadlines.\n, • excellent interpersonal skills and experience of building and maintaining relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.\n, • an ability to represent the service area, both internally and externally.\n, • strong, negotiation, communication and presentation skills.\n, • project management skills and experience in budget and contract management.\n, • an ability to provide authoritative specialist advice under pressure.\n, • a fair and inclusive culture\n, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you\n, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops\n, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group\n, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us\n