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Flood Risk Management Officer

West Sussex County Council

Flood Risk Management Officer

£36648

West Sussex County Council, Chichester

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 1 week ago, 9 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 56529f2802a34d03a31b0a54cbd30e47

Full Job Description

As a Flood Risk Management Officer, the position involves manging local flood risk across the county.
You will be a vital component of our dedicated and experienced team, which fulfils the responsibilities of the Council as the Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA).

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Evaluating planning applications related to flood risks from surface water, groundwater, and ordinary watercourses.

  • Managing land drainage consents and collaborating with partners and the community to address and promote mitigation efforts for flood risk issues

  • Maintaining the asset register.

  • Mapping flood incidents.

  • Supporting the review of the Local Flood Risk Management Strategy and other documentation such as flood risk assessments, flood risk management plans, and surface water management plans.

    If you hold a degree and have experience in any area of flood risk management or possess a degree in a relevant field and are interested in pursuing a career in this important service area, we look forward to receiving your application.

    Salary: £27,334 - £36,648 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

    • Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week, flexible working available.
    Location: Your office base will be Chichester and a typical week will combine homeworking with attendance at the office or site visits. This is led by the needs of the service.
    Employer Pension Contribution: 19.70% this alters per annum on the 1st April each year.
    Annual leave: 25-27 days holiday + Bank holidays = 33-35 days.
    Interview Date: TBC,
  • A competitive salary.

  • 25-27 days annual leave + bank holidays.

  • A generous pension scheme.

  • Flexible working.

  • Training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring.

  • A strong supportive management team.

  • Up to 13 flexi days a year

  • A range of discounts giving our staff access to hundreds of offers with the opportunity to save over £1,000 (Including: Argos, Samsung, Asos, B&Q and many more).

  • Free access to employee assistance programmes.

  • Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.

  • Car benefit scheme.

  • A range of commuting and business travel discounts and initiatives