Senior Landfill Emissions Reduction Project Officer

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

Job summary

A governmental environmental agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Officer for the Landfill Emissions Reduction Project. This role involves supporting the delivery of the Welsh Government's Net Zero Carbon Budget while focusing on the impact of landfill sites. The successful candidate will work remotely and in-office to conduct audits and enhance landfill gas understanding. Ideal for those with experience in environmental regulations and landfill emissions. Flexible working patterns are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental regulation, particularly in relation to landfill sites.
• Knowledge of the Welsh Government's Net Zero Carbon Budget initiatives.
• Ability to deliver detailed landfill gas audits.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Net Zero Carbon Budget 2 initiatives.
• Conduct landfill gas audits to improve gas capture.
• Enhance understanding of landfill gas flaring practices.

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...