Environmental Enforcement Apprentice — Hybrid Working

Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru / Natural Resources Wales; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural Resources Wales is offering Enforcement Apprenticeship opportunities across Wales. You will learn on the job while gaining recognised qualifications, supporting investigations, licence checks and enforcement actions to protect rivers, wildlife and landscapes.

The role requires travel, a full UK driving licence, and a structured development plan with hands-on experience. These fixed-term apprenticeships run until 31 March 2028.

Qualifications

• Interest in environmental protection, conservation or enforcement and willingness to learn.
• Able to undertake practical outdoor work in varying environments and weather conditions.
• Willingness to work safely around water environments with appropriate training.
• Basic ICT skills and ability to use standard workplace software.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) and willingness to achieve these qualifications.
• Full UK driving licence, or ability to travel independently to duties.

Responsibilities

• Support enforcement and compliance activities within place-based teams, including evidence gathering and preparing case information.
• Assist with investigations and enforcement actions in line with procedures and legislation.
• Develop relationships with internal teams and external partners to support regulatory outcomes.
• Build knowledge of environmental regulation and enforcement processes.
• Assist in legal proceedings preparation and attend court for learning purposes where appropriate.
• Support incident response activities as required under supervision.
• Contribute to health, safety and wellbeing initiatives and comply with requirements.
• Undertake duties appropriate to the post and participate in development plans.
• Participate in incident response and other duties as requested.

Skills

Environmental protection

Outdoor work

Water environments

ICT basics

Literacy & numeracy

Driving licence

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Natural Resources Wales is offering Enforcement Apprenticeship opportunities across Wales. You will learn on the job while gaining recognised qualifications, supporting investigations, licence checks and enforcement actions to protect rivers, wildlife and landscapes.

The role requires travel, a full UK driving licence, and a structured development plan with hands-on experience. These fixed-term apprenticeships run until 31 March 2028.