Senior Industry & Waste Regulation Officer
Make a Difference. Protect Wales.
Ready for a role where no two days are the same? Join Natural Resources Wales as a Senior Industry & Waste Regulation Officer and help protect Wales' environment while working across some of the country's most complex and high-profile industrial and waste sites.
From landfill and waste treatment facilities to power generation, chemicals, manufacturing and COMAH-regulated sites, you'll use your expertise to assess compliance, drive environmental improvements, respond to incidents and influence industry standards. You'll work independently and as part of a supportive team, building relationships with operators and delivering real environmental outcomes.
Why join us?
- Varied and rewarding field-based role
- Opportunity to influence environmental performance across major industries
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Civil Service Pension with employer contributions of 28.97%
- 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
- Strong commitment to professional development and wellbeing
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available (subject to eligibility)
We're looking for experienced professionals with a background in environmental regulation or a regulated industry, strong knowledge of environmental legislation, and excellent communication and influencing skills.
Salary: £42,662 rising to £46,662 per annum
Closing Date: 8 November 2026
Location: North East Wales (Buckley office base with site visits across North and Mid Wales)
Driving licence required
If you're passionate about protecting the environment and want to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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Senior Industry & Waste Regulation Officer in Buckley employer: Natural Resources Wales
Natural Resources Wales is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and flexible work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional development. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, staff enjoy generous leave entitlements, a robust pension scheme, and opportunities for continuous learning, all while contributing to meaningful investigations that protect the natural resources of Wales.
