City/Town
Leigh
Region
North West
Vacancies
1
Salary Minimum
£27,971
Post Type
Permanent
Job ID
33488
Closing date
01 Mar 2026
Published date
04 Feb 2026
Grade
Team Member 3
Role type
Operational Delivery
Security check
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.
Based at the EA depot in Leigh, as a member of the confined spaces team you will be part of a small team that is responsible for inspecting and clearing a range of assets such as, culverts and debris screens in order to assess their structural integrity and ensure their reliability in a flooding event. You will also support the field operations teams across Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire with maintenance of a range of EA assets.
Due to the nature of confined space entry, you will be required to wear full PPE including drysuits and breathing apparatus. To carry out these duties safely, candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, such as moving safely within restricted spaces and using the necessary equipment.
You will also be expected to support the incident response rota, which involves being available for out-of-hours response to flooding and environmental incidents on a 24/7 basis. This is usually one week in four.
Experience or an awareness of confined space work would be advantageous but is not necessary because full training will be provided.
Full UK Driving Licence Required. You'll be required to drive in an Environment Agency provided vehicle as part of this role and the majority of the work is carried out in the field. Applicants will need to be comfortable and confident driving a long‑wheelbase Transit or similar vehicle.
This role operates on a fixed 9‑day fortnight working pattern:
Week 1: Monday – Thursday 07:45 – 16:45, Friday 07:45 – 15:15
Week 2: Monday – Thursday 07:45 - 16:45
Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, working hours are not flexible. Candidates should be able to commit to this set schedule.
You’ll have a range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided.
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. -DNI R
Base location is Leigh depot.
Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact [email protected]
Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews will be held in person within four weeks of the closing date.
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.
Competency Definition: Develops and maintains effective
working relationships.
Question: Please describe a time when you have had to build and develop an effective working relationship.
to achieve common goals.
Question: Please describe a time when you have worked cooperatively as part of a team to deliver an outcome, focusing on your contributions.
Question: Please describe a time when you have had to adapt to a change at work. What was the change and how did you respond to it?
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 https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know 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 Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.