Senior Flood Risk Officer (Drainage)

West Northamptonshire Council has created a new team focused on developing and delivering innovative flood and water drainage solutions. The team is led by the Flood and Water Team Manager, reporting to the Head of Works within the PLACE directorate of the Council. The team will act as the Council’s Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA), providing professional support and advice on flood and water management, and will be instrumental in developing its approach to the forthcoming changes to the Flood and Water Management Act 2010. If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please feel free to contact Mohamed Admani, Flood & Water Manager (Assets and Environment): mohamed.admani@westnorthants.gov.uk We reserve the right to close this advert early. What will you be doing? Lead on technical assessments and advice to Local Planning Authorities on the suitability of surface water drainage proposals for new development. Work with the Flood & Water Manager to ensure the Council (as Lead Local Flood Authority) continues to fulfil its role as statutory consultee in the planning system. Lead and provide professional technical responses to development applications, ensuring that drainage systems are sustainable and effective in protecting communities from flooding. Liaise with applicants to promote the implementation of sustainable drainage systems on new developments. Work with developers and landowners to regulate activity on ordinary watercourses, ensuring that works are appropriate, sustainable, and do not adversely impact flow within watercourses. Deputise for the Flood & Water Manager when required. About you We are looking for individuals with experience working with or within LLFAs on statutory consultee roles. We want applicants who are eager to test boundaries, develop, and deliver innovative approaches to reducing flood risk to our communities. Please note previous applicants need not apply again. Benefits Generous annual leave entitlement: starting at 28 days per year, plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional leave. Cycle to Work scheme. Local Government Pension Scheme: including immediate life cover and ill-health protection. Employee discounts with retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel, and dining. Car Lease scheme. Professional subscriptions/registration: paid if required for your role. Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for you and your immediate family. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Flexible working options: including full/part-time, term-time, 9-day fortnight, subject to business needs. Our West Ways of Working: supporting hybrid and collaborative working. Making a difference: contribute to a community-focused organization committed to improving lives. About us We are a new council, embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services following significant local government reforms. Our vision is \’to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive\’. Our values, THRIVE—Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate, and Empower—guide our work. At West Northants Council, we value our people—ambitious, innovative, caring, and resilient individuals who thrive with us. Join us to unlock your potential, grow your career, and make a meaningful impact. West Northants Council, where careers thrive. Salary £42,861 – £46,304 + 20% Market Supplement #J-18808-Ljbffr