Water Risk & Data Lead — Emerging Threats & EQSD

Natural Resources Wales (Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru); Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural Resources Wales is seeking a data-focused analyst to lead on chemicals and emerging threats to the water environment. You will direct technical assessments, oversee monitoring programmes, and collaborate with Welsh Government, academia and NRW teams to map current knowledge and future risks.

Based in Cardiff, the role supports meeting EQSD requirements and shaping Water Framework Directive compliance, with opportunities to influence policy and water protection across Wales and beyond.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental data analysis and risk assessment.
• Familiarity with water quality policies and legislation is advantageous.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple partners across sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead on technical assessments for chemicals and emerging threats to water environments.
• Direct and monitor ongoing programmes, including data collection and analysis.
• Collaborate with Welsh Government, academia, and NRW teams to expand knowledge of future risks.

Skills

Data analysis

Risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Environmental science degree

Tools

SQL

Python

Excel

GIS

Job description

Natural Resources Wales is seeking a data-focused analyst to lead on chemicals and emerging threats to the water environment. You will direct technical assessments, oversee monitoring programmes, and collaborate with Welsh Government, academia and NRW teams to map current knowledge and future risks.

Based in Cardiff, the role supports meeting EQSD requirements and shaping Water Framework Directive compliance, with opportunities to influence policy and water protection across Wales and beyond.