31852 - Technical Support Officer (Hinkley Point C Team)
| Posting date: | 09 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,607 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 September 2025 |
| Location: | Bridgwater |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 5 days per week |
| Company: | Environment Agency |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 31852 |
Summary
In Wessex we want to create a diverse workplace where people are respected, valued and listened to. We’re all different, and by embracing Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) we can become an equal opportunity employer where jointly we all grow and learn together.
It is our ambition to champion diversity through building a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.
We are offering an exciting opportunity to join Wessex Area’s Hinkley Point C (HPC) team as a Technical Assistant. This role supports our regulation of one of UK’s most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects, helping to ensure environmental protection and regulatory compliance throughout the construction of the new nuclear power station.
You’ll be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team working closely with technical specialists, regulatory officers, and external stakeholders.
Key responsibilities will include: -
-Providing administrative and technical support to the HPC regulatory team
-Managing & maintaining accurate records, data systems and document control
-Assisting in the coordination of site visits, inspections and stakeholder meetings
-Support the preparation of briefings, reports and technical summaries
-Track actions and ensure timely follow up to support regulatory compliance
The team
The Hinkley Point C (HPC) team is responsible for regulating and overseeing the environmental aspects of the construction and future operation of the new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point in Somerset. This includes:- Regulating Environmental Permits covering water discharges and waste activities, reviewing monitoring data, engaging with stakeholders, responding to environmental incidents, providing technical advice and encouraging best practice to secure positive Environmental outcomes.
Experience/skills required
Skills required include:
• ability to work on their own initiative to set up and achieve tasks;
• proven good standard of customer service;
• competent in records management or an ability to learn what is needed;
• good communicating skills;
• good organising skills;
• high awareness of political and commercial sensitivity.
We’re looking for candidates with enthusiasm and the right skills to succeed in the role. Training and support will be provided.
It is our ambition to champion diversity through building a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.
We are offering an exciting opportunity to join Wessex Area’s Hinkley Point C (HPC) team as a Technical Assistant. This role supports our regulation of one of UK’s most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects, helping to ensure environmental protection and regulatory compliance throughout the construction of the new nuclear power station.
You’ll be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team working closely with technical specialists, regulatory officers, and external stakeholders.
Key responsibilities will include: -
-Providing administrative and technical support to the HPC regulatory team
-Managing & maintaining accurate records, data systems and document control
-Assisting in the coordination of site visits, inspections and stakeholder meetings
-Support the preparation of briefings, reports and technical summaries
-Track actions and ensure timely follow up to support regulatory compliance
The team
The Hinkley Point C (HPC) team is responsible for regulating and overseeing the environmental aspects of the construction and future operation of the new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point in Somerset. This includes:- Regulating Environmental Permits covering water discharges and waste activities, reviewing monitoring data, engaging with stakeholders, responding to environmental incidents, providing technical advice and encouraging best practice to secure positive Environmental outcomes.
Experience/skills required
Skills required include:
• ability to work on their own initiative to set up and achieve tasks;
• proven good standard of customer service;
• competent in records management or an ability to learn what is needed;
• good communicating skills;
• good organising skills;
• high awareness of political and commercial sensitivity.
We’re looking for candidates with enthusiasm and the right skills to succeed in the role. Training and support will be provided.