Senior Landfill Emissions Reduction Project Officer

Natural Resources Wales; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental agency in Basildon is seeking a Senior Officer for the Landfill Emissions Reduction Project. This role offers a hybrid working model and aims to support the Welsh Government's Net Zero Carbon ambitions. Responsibilities include conducting landfill gas audits and improving understanding of landfill gas flaring. The ideal candidate will have experience in landfill regulation and strong analytical skills. This temporary position is contracted until 31 March 2027, with a salary range of £41,132 - £44,988.

Qualifications

• Experience in landfill regulation and environmental impact assessments.
• Strong analytical skills for conducting landfill gas audits.
• Ability to work within a team focused on regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Net Zero Carbon Budget 2.
• Conduct detailed landfill gas audits.
• Enhance understanding of landfill gas flaring.

Job description

Job Description

Senior Officer, Industry and Waste Regulation (Landfill Emissions Reduction Project)

Closing Date : ???

Salary : £41,132 - £44,988

Location : Flexible.

Contract Type : Temporary until 31 March 2027

Work Pattern : 37 Hours Monday - Friday

Post Number : 203450

As an organisation we support flexible working. This role allows hybrid working (a mix of home and office working), and a working pattern suitable for you can be discussed on appointment if you are successful. You will be contracted to an NRW office within the place base, which you will be required to attend for regular meetings, training, and one-to-one meetings with your manager. These will be planned in advance.

The role

This is a rare opportunity to join and be an instrumental member of the Landfill Emissions Reduction Project (LERP) at Natural Resources Wales.

The post holder will support the delivery of Welsh Government's Net Zero Carbon Budget 2 (2025-2027) focusing on the environmental impact of both closed and operational landfill sites.

You will work within a small team dedicated to landfill regulation, planning and delivering detailed landfill gas audits to increase gas capture and destruction / utilisation. The role also involves improving understanding of landfill gas flaring across applicable sites, enhancing the...