We are looking for a Technical Support Officer to join our Installations team in Solent & South Downs, where you will play a key role in providing permitting and administrative technical support to the team. 

This role includes managing incoming monitoring data, maintaining accurate files and databases, and supporting a range of general administrative duties. Once fully trained, you will also have the opportunity to carry out some of our less complex regulatory inspection work, helping to make a real difference in our day-to-day operations. 

We are fully committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people with a range of backgrounds and experiences, and we support flexible working patterns across all our vacancies. 

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will take on an incident role and be available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support when required. This may attract an additional payment, and full training will be provided. We will also support you with alternative working arrangements where needed, ensuring your incident role is manageable and fits with your personal circumstances. 

The team regulate a wide range of waste and industrial sectors including landfill, chemicals, hazardous waste, incineration, combustion, oil refineries, biowaste treatment and food & drink.  

The post can be based in any of offices across the area which include Romsey, Chichester, Worthing or Pevensey. The need to attend these locations will be flexible, combined with occasional site visits and the option of home working. 

In your capability-based answers please demonstrate your: 

• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work. 

• Previous experience working in similar admin roles supporting team members.
  

• Ability to work efficiently and effectively at a fast pace to constantly shifting deadlines and parameters without compromising on quality. 

• You will possess effective communication skills. 

• You will be able to pick up new IT systems quickly and be competent in using IT services such as Microsoft office programmes (for example Outlook, Word, Excel etc.) 

• Ability to work proactively whilst being primarily unsupervised. 

• Previous experience in a regulatory environment would be an advantage 
   

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.  

You’ll have an EA Office base location of Chichester, Newport (Isle of Wight), Pevensey, Romsey or Worthing with hybrid working included.  

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 mark.emery@environment-agency.gov.uk. 
 
Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions. 
 
Interviews will be held face to face at our Chichester office week commencing 11th May 2026.