Lead Marine Water Quality Modelling & Policy Advisor

Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru / Natural Resources Wales

Wales

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service Pension Scheme
28 days annual leave rising to 33
Professional development opportunities
Health and wellbeing benefits
Weekly wellbeing hour

Job summary

Natural Resources Wales is seeking a senior lead for marine water quality modelling to shape NRW’s programme, set strategy, and drive policy-aligned modelling across Wales. You will guide complex projects, manage resources, and liaise with Welsh Government and partners to secure improvements in marine water quality.

The role requires strong leadership and deep modelling expertise. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, deliver strategic insights, and mentor staff while maintaining

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Welsh, UK and EU environmental regulation relating to marine water quality.
  • Extensive experience in developing and applying marine water quality modelling for regulation and planning.
  • Advanced knowledge of marine water quality modelling software and its application to assess environmental impacts.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and project manage complex issues in marine water quality modelling.
  • Provide statutory and technical advice to Welsh Government and UK bodies.
  • Mentor colleagues and build capability in marine modelling across NRW.
  • Represent NRW as a technical authority on marine water quality modelling.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge
Marine water quality modelling
Programme management
Stakeholder engagement
Communication skills
Regulatory liaison

Education

Degree in science or related field

Tools

Marine modelling software

Job description

Natural Resources Wales is seeking a senior lead for marine water quality modelling to shape NRW’s programme, set strategy, and drive policy-aligned modelling across Wales. You will guide complex projects, manage resources, and liaise with Welsh Government and partners to secure improvements in marine water quality.

The role requires strong leadership and deep modelling expertise. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, deliver strategic insights, and mentor staff while maintaining

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