Specialist Advisor, Modelling and Remote Sensing,, National Peatlands Action Programme in Liverpool

The role involves shaping how Wales applies remote sensing and modelling to restore and protect its peatlands. Natural Resources Wales is seeking a Specialist Advisor in Modelling and Remote Sensing to support the delivery of the National Peatland Action Programme (NPAP). This unique opportunity includes leading the development, commissioning, and interpretation of evidence derived from satellite, aerial, and numerical modelling sources.

As the professional lead for remote sensing within NPAP, you will ensure that complex data is translated into clear, actionable insights that inform restoration delivery, reporting, and future planning. You will provide specialist expertise and strategic advice on remote sensing and numerical modelling, supporting the programme's objectives. Your responsibilities will include:

• Commissioning and managing technical projects, working with remotely sensed data to produce high-quality evidence that underpins decision-making.
• Processing, analysing, and interpreting complex satellite and aerial imagery using tools such as GIS and R.
• Promoting and embedding remote sensing approaches across the organisation.
• Engaging with colleagues across NRW, Welsh Government, and UK-wide partners to shape and influence remote sensing programmes.
• Communicating complex technical information clearly through reports, presentations, and guidance.
• Keeping up to date with emerging technologies, innovations, and best practices in remote sensing and modelling.

Peatlands are vital for carbon storage, biodiversity, and climate resilience. By joining us, you will play a key role in ensuring Wales makes the best possible use of technology and evidence to restore and protect these important habitats for the future.

As an organisation, we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the NRW office at the above location, and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed upon appointment.

Your qualifications, experience, knowledge, and skills include:

• A recognised qualification, degree or equivalent experience with specialist/technical knowledge in a range of subjects, preferably with experience of applications of remote sensing to peatlands.
• Practical experience of processing, analysing, and interpreting satellite, aerial imagery, lidar and/or drone data in software such as ENVI, eCognition, SNAP, ArcPro, FME, R or other specialist packages.
• Experience of managing technical projects to deadlines and managing the full life-cycle of data.
• A confident communicator with the ability to present information clearly to a range of audiences.

Welsh language level requirements: Essential: Level A1 - Entry level. If you do not meet the A1 requirement, NRW offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal requirements during your employment.

Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check. Appointments are normally made within 4 to 8 weeks of the closing date.

This role meets the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Natural Resources Wales welcomes applications from non-UK citizens who are eligible to apply under this route.

Benefits include:

• Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 28.97%.
• 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days.
• Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Health and wellbeing benefits and support.
• Weekly wellbeing hour to use as you choose.

We are passionate about creating a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. We embrace equality of opportunity irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are committed to equal opportunities and guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

We want our staff to grow professionally and personally, providing opportunities for leadership development and access to further education courses.

We are a bilingual organisation which complies with the Welsh Language Standards. Welsh language skills are considered an asset to NRW, and we encourage and support staff to learn, develop and use their Welsh language skills.