At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead assessments of complex marine licence applications and mentor the team.
- Company: Natural Resources Wales, a key environmental regulator in Wales.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and impactful work in environmental protection.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to sustainable growth and environmental health.
- Why this job: Combine technical challenges with leadership to make a real difference in marine conservation.
- Qualifications: Experience in marine licensing and strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
The role involves being one of the most senior members of NRW’s Marine Licensing Team, responsible for assessing complex and high-profile marine licence applications. You will carry out detailed technical assessments, consult with experts, and ensure decisions are robust, defensible, and well-documented. You may also act as an expert witness in public inquiries, supporting evidence-based, transparent regulation.
This is a busy, desk-based role where you’ll manage multiple cases simultaneously—balancing deadlines, problem-solving, and applying risk-based decision making under tight statutory timescales. You will also play a key role in mentoring and supporting the wider team, helping to maintain high technical standards in marine permitting.
If you're looking for a role that combines deep technical challenge, environmental impact, and leadership—this is it.
About us: As the principal environmental regulator for Wales, Natural Resources Wales (NRW) plays a critical role in protecting, maintaining, and enhancing our natural resources—helping ensure a healthy environment for people and wildlife, now and in the future. Our Permitting Service is central to this mission. By robustly assessing applications for a wide range of regulated activities, we reduce environmental risks, support sustainable economic growth, and promote responsible behaviour across Wales.
Your role will sit within the Marine Licensing Team, where you'll help regulate some of the most complex and environmentally significant activities taking place in Welsh waters.
Lead Specialist Officer, Marine Licensing in Bangor employer: Natural Resources Wales / Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru
Natural Resources Wales is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritises ecological sustainability and community engagement. Employees benefit from professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that fosters growth, all while contributing to meaningful projects like the Teifi Fyw programme in the beautiful Teifi catchment area.
Contact Details:
Natural Resources Wales / Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru Recruitment Team
