Senior Landfill Emissions Reduction Project Officer

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

Job summary

An environmental regulatory agency is seeking a Senior Officer for the Landfill Emissions Reduction Project. The role involves supporting the Welsh Government's Net Zero Carbon initiatives, focusing on reducing emissions from landfill sites. Responsibilities include conducting audits and improving landfill gas management practices. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing both home and office work. Ideal for professionals interested in environmental regulation and sustainability efforts.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Engagement with landfill emissions reduction initiatives.
• Ability to support detailed audits and improve gas capture methods.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Net Zero Carbon Budget 2 objectives.
• Contribute to the regulation of closed and operational landfill sites.
• Participate in detailed landfill gas audits to enhance gas management.

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...