Low Carbon Fuels Technical specialists

Government Recruitment Service; Leeds; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 28.97%

Annual leave 25 days

Flexible working

Job summary

The Department for Transport in Leeds is seeking a Technical Policy Advisor to support the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO). You will apply technical expertise on low carbon fuels, sustainability and climate change to develop evidence-based policies that help decarbonise transport.

Collaborating with government, industry and stakeholders, you will draft high-quality briefs for Ministers, contribute to policy positions, and work with delivery units to implement RTFO in line with

Job description

Are you passionate about sustainability and using renewable fuel policy to help shape the UK's journey to net zero?

Do you enjoy translating complex technical evidence into clear advice that influences government policy and industry outcomes?

Are you looking for an opportunity to work at the forefront of low carbon fuel policy, and influencing the UK’s approach to transport decarbonisation?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

The Low Carbon Fuels Policy & Delivery Division sits at the heart of the Department for Transport's work to decarbonise transport and support the UK's Net Zero ambitions. Our team develops and delivers policy for the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO). The RTFO reduces greenhouse gas emissions from surface transport by encouraging the supply of low carbon fuels for use in road vehicles, trains, other non-road transport and mobile machinery. Working closely with colleagues across DfT, other government departments, industry stakeholders and international partners, we tackle complex and high‑profile issues that shape the future of low carbon fuels in the UK. This is a fast‑paced and rewarding environment where technical expertise, innovation and collaboration are essential. From setting targets for fuel supply and sustainability standards to assessing incentives and industry impacts, our work plays a vital role in delivering cleaner, greener transport for the future.

Joining our department comes with many benefits, including:

• Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
• 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King’s birthday
• Flexible working options where we encourage a great work‑life balance.

Find out more about what it's like working at DfTc: DfTc Policy roles: Policy opportunities at the Department for Transport - Department for Transport Careers

Join the Department for Transport's Low Carbon Fuels Policy & Delivery Division as a Technical Policy Advisor and help shape the future of sustainable transport. Working on the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation, you will provide technical expertise on low carbon fuels, sustainability and climate change. Collaborating with government, industry and stakeholders, you will help develop evidence‑based policies that support transport decarbonisation and the UK's transition to Net Zero.

Your responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to:

• Support the development of DfT positions and policy on often complex technical issues facing the RTFO such as eligible low carbon fuels and feedstocks, sustainability issues or carbon accounting.
• Input to high‑quality advice and briefing to Ministers, including by building on the evidence base.
• Drafting technical content, such as consultation or response documents.
• Work closely with the Low Carbon Fuels’ Delivery Unit to ensure that the RTFO is implemented in line with government policy.
• Work in partnership with modal, strategy, legal, analytical, commercial and corporate finance teams.
• Engaging with stakeholders in industry and other government departments.

For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process.

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Low Carbon Fuels Technical specialists

Salary: £37,090 to £37,090 a year

Hours: Full‑time

Location: Leeds

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 22 Oct 2026

Closing date: 8 Nov 2026