Agricultural Inspection Officer - 32111
Agricultural Inspection Officer - 32111
Number of jobs available
1
Region
National
City/Town
All, Various
Grade
Staff Grade 3
Post Type
Permanent
Role Type
Administration / Corporate Support, Analytical, Environment & Sustainability
Working Pattern
Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Part Time Term Time, Compressed Hours, Other
Salary Minimum
£29,751
Closing Date:
27/10/2025, 23:55 hours
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Candidate pack
Security checks level
Basic Check
Job description
The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don't just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.
Would you like to be at the forefront of improving the environment?
This is an exciting opportunity to work in our national Agricultural Remote Sensing Team.
Agricultural practices can cause significant and chronic pollution to our precious water environment. These can be caused by leaks of slurry and silage effluent, and other materials, stored and spread on farms. Working with colleagues, you will use GIS, aerial photography and other sources of evidence to identify pollution risks to the environment and produce evidence packs to support farm visits by local officers.
We are looking for dynamic individuals, including graduates, to work with local officers and identify pollution risks to the environment from farms using GIS and other remote sensing evidence. This will support local farm inspections adding vital intelligence to ensure we get the best environmental outcomes. This will help safeguard and improve the future environment.
The team
The Remote Sensing Team which sits in Agriculture and Land and is part of the Environment and Business (E&B) Directorate.
We're a dispersed team and work with a wide range of technical and project teams across the country.
In E&B we promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued. We use evidence, expertise, engagement, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation, and secure resources.
Experience/skills required
In your capability-based answers please demonstrate:
• The ability to use, and an interest in, GIS mapping producing accurate reports to a template and carrying out basic analysis of mapping data are essential. As is the ability to manipulate data in Excel.
• A basic knowledge and interest in farm or waste regulations and associated systems and common causes of agricultural diffuse pollution would be advantageous.
• You will be self-motivated and organised with excellent attention to detail. A strong team ethic is essential, as is an ability to work independently. A desire to innovate and solving problems will be valuable assets in this role.
You'll have a range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided.
Contact and additional information
You'll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We'll help you find a role to suit your needs. Appropriate training will be given.
You'll have an EA Office base location, as a national role the working location is flexible / hybrid.
We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, some travel and overnights may be required.
Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact Warren.Gregory@environment-agency.gov.uk
Applications are "blind" assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews will be held via MS Teams.
If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we'll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post.
Competence 1
Data and Information Management
Description
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
QUESTION: Give us an example of where you have had to gather, manage and use data to achieve an outcome?
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using this lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to assessment/interview.
Feedback is generally not available at sift stage
Competence 2
Achieves Results
Description
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
QUESTION: Describe a time where you have worked with others on a challenging project/piece of work and explain what the challenges were?
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Feedback is generally not available at sift stage
Competence 3
Communicates Effectively
Description
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
QUESTION: Describe a time when you have had to communicate a piece of technical work to a range of different people. What tools did you use, what were your thoughts prior to sharing the details and what were the challenges?
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Feedback is generally not available at sift stage
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit for more information.
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Although the Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra, we subscribe to and align with the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the . Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
