Natural Resources Wales

Peatland Specialist Closing Date: 21/04/2025 Location: Wales (Flexible) Team / Directorate: Evidence, Policy & Permitting / Terrestrial Ecosystems and Species Starting salary: £41,132 rising to £44,988 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Post number: 203687 The role This is an exciting opportunity to join Natural Resources Wales (NRW) Welsh Government-funded National Peatland Action Programme (NPAP) team. Operating across NRW s Evidence, Policy, and Permitting (EPP) and Strategic Projects functions, this team plays a pivotal role in tackling the nature and climate emergencies. Your work will help shape NRWs response to development planning applications with the potential to adversely affect peat soils and peatland...

Operational and Technical Support Team Member Closing Date: 21 April 2025 Location: Swansea University Team / Directorate: Evidence, Policy and Permitting / Analytical Services Starting salary: £28,932 rising to £30,955 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Post number: 203822 & 203823 The role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Operational and Technical Support Team Member to join our dynamic team and play a vital role in delivering Natural Resources Wales (NRW) s monitoring programmes and incident response services. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on environmental protection and ensure the highest standards in compliance and reporting. In this role, you will provide essential...

Senior Freshwater Environment Planner Closing Date: 27/04/2025 Location: Flexible Starting salary: £41,132 rising to £44,988 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Fixed-term until 31/12/2026 - There may be the potential for this appointment to be extended or become a permanent position at a later date, however this cannot be guaranteed. Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Post number: 203750 The role As a Senior Planner within the Water Quality Policy Team, you will play a pivotal role in providing expert guidance and innovative water quality models to support the successful delivery of water company investment programmes. Your technical expertise will directly inform the development of key policies, programmes, plans, strategies, and guidance for Natural Resources Wales...

Fisheries Biologist Closing Date: 27/04/2025 Location: Flexible in South East / South Central Wales Team / Directorate: Environmental Assessment Team / Operations Directorate Starting salary: £36,246 rising to £39,942 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Interview date: Week commencing 12/05/2025 Post number: 201151 The role South East Environmental Assessment and Advice Team (EAAT) are a multifunctional team undertaking terrestrial and freshwater ecology, water quality and fishery surveys and investigations. Our work provides evidence that enables delivery of environmental outcomes to place whilst meeting statutory and national requirements. The team is one of the 6 Environmental Assessment and Advice Teams that operate...

Marine Advice Assistant Closing Date: 27 April 2025 Location: Flexible Team / Directorate: Marine Services Team / Operations Directorate Starting salary: £32,544 rising to £35,377 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Post number: 203487 (ENV, L, TTJ) The role The post holder will provide technical support in assessing and managing responses to marine casework consultations relating to development proposals within the marine and coastal environment. They will have direct responsibility for managing responses to lower risk marine casework. They will support Marine Advisors and Senior Marine Advisors in in the end to end management and provision of marine casework advice including high profile nationally significant cases and...

River Restoration Programme Advisor Closing Date: 27 April 2025 Location: Flexible Team / Directorate: Freshwater Ecosystems and Fisheries Management / Evidence, Policy & Permitting Starting salary: £36,246 rising to £39,942 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Fixed-term Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Interview date: to be confirmed Post number: 203019 (For office use only: ENV GGL GRJ TTJ M) The role This role is part of NRW s national River Restoration Programme and works across every aspect of the programme. As well as contributing to the day to day running of the programme, this includes inputting to our ongoing strategy, planning and prioritisation to ensure we deliver multiple benefits via our restoration work. The role involves provision of best...

Strategic Nitrogen Action Plan Advisor Closing Date: 27 April 2025 Location: Flexible Team / Directorate: Strategic Projects / Operations Starting salary: £36,246 rising to £39,942 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours a week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Post number: 203210 (For office use only: ENV TJN GRJ TTJ) The role You will work in NRW s Strategic Projects Team to develop Strategic Nitrogen Action Plans (SNAPs) for key sites sensitive to atmospheric Nitrogen emissions, using modelled data on local sources of nitrogen pollution. This work aims to address the Nature Emergency , reverse biodiversity declines and build ecosystem resilience. The role involves working closely with NRW staff, Welsh Government and landowners. As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be...

Lead Engineering Advisor, Energy Delivery Closing Date: 04/05/2025 Location: Flexible in North Wales Starting salary: £45,367 Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Interview date: To be confirmed Post number: 203735 The role You will work within the Energy Delivery Team to assist colleagues in achieving Natural Resources Wales (NRW)'s remit for renewable energy targets in Wales, applying the principles of Sustainable Management of Natural Resources (SMNR) to your work. You will act as a senior supplier for civil engineering. You may also be required to act as an executive for projects including board reporting and risk management, within strict governance procedures. You will work with the wider business to translate regulations, standards and approved codes of practice into operational guidance. This role provides civil engineering expertise, ensuring engineering solutions are compliant with NRW design standards, in-turn influencing...

Advisor Development Planning Advice Service x 2 Closing Date: 21/04/2025 Location: Cardiff, Cathays Park Starting salary: £36,246 Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Interview dates: Weeks commencing 5 & 12 May 2025 Post numbers: 200057, 200059 The role Have you experience of reviewing environmental reports or working within the Town and Country Planning process and want the opportunity to influence development and the sustainable management of natural resources in Wales? Our Development Planning Advice Service is responsible for providing expert and influential environmental advice to Planning Authorities to support their decision making. We re looking for a person with a real passion, a team player who is confident, enthusiastic and organised with excellent negotiating and influencing skills to join our team. You will be responsible for assessing and advising on the environmental impacts of proposed Development Plans and...

Senior Crime Analyst Officer Closing Date: 04/05/2025 Location: Cardiff, Cathays Park Team / Directorate: Central Enforcement Support Team / Operations Directorate Starting salary: £41,132 rising to £44,988 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Interview date: To be arranged Post number: 201019 The role The Crime Analyst role sits within the Central Enforcement Support Team at the heart of the intelligence function for Natural Resources Wales. This small team works with colleagues across all areas of NRW s functions to deliver a range of intelligence led products. In addition to working with NRW colleagues the Central Enforcement Support Team works with local and national partners, the Crime Analyst is central to this work...

Senior Officer, Energy Delivery Project Management Closing Date: 04/05/2025 Location: Flexible in North Wales Starting salary: £41,132 Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Interview date: To be confirmed Post number: 203736 The role You will work in the Energy Delivery Team managing the integration of large and complex energy projects within the Welsh Government Woodland Estate. Responsible for the interface between the development and construction of high-profile projects and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) s land stewardship responsibilities. Influence key stakeholders and maintain partnerships internally and externally; enhancing the reputation of the project by responding to and managing risks and issues raised. Collaborate with other Directorates, to ensure that internal governance procedures are followed, embedding Sustainable Management of Natural Resources (SMNR) and Wellbeing outcomes in energy project deliverables. The role...

Senior Advisor, Development Planning Team Closing Date: 21/04/2025 Location: Cardiff, Cathays Park Starting salary: £41,132 Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Interview dates: Weeks commencing 5 & 12 May 2025 Post number: 203250 The role Have you substantial experience of reviewing environmental reports or working within the Town and Country Planning process and want the opportunity to influence development and the sustainable management of natural resources in Wales? Our Development Planning Advice Service is responsible for providing expert and influential environmental advice to Planning Authorities to support their decision making. We re looking for a person with a real passion, a team player who is confident, enthusiastic and organised with excellent negotiating and influencing skills to join our team. You will be responsible for assessing and advising on the environmental impacts of proposed Development Plans and projects....

Specialist Forestry Advisor Team / Directorate: Commercial Development / Communication, Customer & Commercial Starting salary: £41,132 Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: 37 hours per week Interview date : 29/05/2025 Post numbers: 203734 The role The Specialist Forestry Advisor will be responsible for developing and delivering forestry services, with a particular focus on renewable energy projects. The role involves providing expert advice and guidance to Programme Managers, Project Managers, and Developers within the Commercial Development and Commercial Delivery Teams to support the delivery of complex commercial projects on the NRW Managed Estate. As a technical specialist, the post holder will lead on advising and guiding across various programmes and projects and will also take the lead on selected lower-risk commercial projects. Collaboration will be essential, working closely with Place-based teams, the Operations Directorate, Land...

Specialist Forestry Advisor Team / Directorate: Commercial Development/ Communication, Customer & Commercial Starting salary : £41,132 Contract type : Permanent Work pattern : 37 hours per week Interview date: 29/05/2025 Post numbers: 202662 The role The Specialist Forestry Advisor will be responsible for developing and delivering forestry services, with a particular focus on renewable energy projects. The role involves providing expert advice and guidance to Programme Managers, Project Managers, and Developers within the Commercial Development and Commercial Delivery Teams to support the delivery of complex commercial projects on the NRW Managed Estate. As a technical specialist, the post holder will lead on advising and guiding across various programmes and projects and will also take the lead on selected lower-risk commercial projects. Collaboration will be essential, working closely with Place-based teams, the Operations Directorate, Land...

Environmental Engineer Team / Directorate: Integrated Workforce / Operations Starting salary : £28,932 rising to 30,955 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern : Full time with a 9 day fortnight work pattern (alternative 33 & 41 hours a week) Interview date : TBC Post number: 200506 The role The post holder will provide a maintenance service and deliver a capital work programme for NRW assets which will include Flood risk assets and NRW managed Land. This will include activities associated with all aspects of asset maintenance from electronically recording general inspections to grass cutting, chainsaw work, tractor driving, fencing, to small scale construction projects, keeping Natural Resources Wales assets at their present target condition. Working within a small team in all weather conditions throughout mid Wales, the post holder will provide an appropriate emergency...

Environmental Engineer Team / Directorate: Integrated Workforce / Operations Starting salary: £28,932 rising to 30,955 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time with a 9 day fortnight work pattern (alternative 33 & 41 hours a week) Interview date: TBC Post number : 200505 The role The post holder will provide a maintenance service and deliver a capital work programme for NRW assets which will include Flood risk assets and NRW managed Land. This will include activities associated with all aspects of asset maintenance from electronically recording general inspections to grass cutting, chainsaw work, tractor driving, fencing, to small scale construction projects, keeping Natural Resources Wales assets at their present target condition. Working within a small team in all weather conditions throughout mid Wales, the post holder will provide an...

Environmental Engineer Team / Directorate: Integrated Workforce / Operations Starting salary: £28,932 rising to 30,955 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time with a 9 day fortnight work pattern (alternative 33 & 41 hours a week) Post number: 200504 The role The post holder will provide a maintenance service and deliver a capital work programme for NRW assets which will include Flood risk assets and NRW managed Land. This will include activities associated with all aspects of asset maintenance from electronically recording general inspections to grass cutting, chainsaw work, tractor driving, fencing, to small scale construction projects, keeping Natural Resources Wales assets at their present target condition. Working within a small team in all weather conditions throughout mid Wales, the post holder will provide an appropriate emergency response...