Location
Guildhall, Hull

Hours
Full Time - 37 hours per week

Salary
£33,673 - £36,581 per year

About the Role
This is a full time, permanent position within Hull City Council’s Flood Team, working closely with the Living with Water partnership. Hull has the second highest flood risk in the UK outside London, with multiple sources including tidal, fluvial, surface water, sewer, and groundwater. The Flood Risk Management Officer will play a key role in supporting the Council’s duties as a Lead Local Flood Authority and contribute to making Hull a resilient city adaptable to climate change.

The role involves partnership working with the Living with Water Partnership to develop and deliver long-term flood risk management proposals, community engagement, and ensuring robust flood risk data management. You will act as a statutory consultee advising on flood risk and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) in relation to planned developments, assist in flood risk strategy implementation, and support enforcement of flood defence maintenance.

Key responsibilities include maintaining flood risk data and GIS systems, supporting public participation and consultation, providing expert advice on flood risk and drainage to planning and development teams, responding to flood emergencies, and promoting flood resilience through community engagement and education.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a £220 million investment programme in flood infrastructure and help set a global standard for flood resilience through innovative solutions and partnership working.

Experience
Experience in flood risk management, environmental planning, or related fields is desirable. Proven ability to work collaboratively with multiple partners and stakeholders is essential. Experience with GIS data management and public consultation is advantageous.

About you
You will be passionate about environmental sustainability and climate resilience, with strong communication and organisational skills. You should be proactive, able to work independently and as part of a team, and committed to community engagement and partnership working. A flexible approach to work and the ability to respond to emergencies is required.

Qualifications
A relevant degree or professional qualification in environmental science, geography, civil engineering, or a related discipline is preferred. Knowledge of flood risk legislation, planning policy, and sustainable drainage systems is beneficial. Commitment to continuous professional development and learning is expected.