6 jobs found in Welshpool

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and forward thinking individual with excellent communication skills and knowledge of environmental pressures with experience of Water Framework Directive, river or lake modelling and environmental permitting, to help lead our local response to current pressures and future demands. You will work on a variety of aspects of strategic water planning to understand the risks, find solutions and work with those who can effect change. You will also review, challenge and advise stakeholder plans and permissions, and ensure they comply with environmental regulations. You'll be required to understand, analyse and translate a variety of data/information into evidence that can be used to inform and influence decisions by technical and non-technical audiences. This post is a water quality technical role working with water companies and internal teams to reduce impacts from sewage discharges.Knowledge and experience of the following...

Sustainable Water Advisor Location: Flexible Grade & Salary: £28,403 - £32,088 (Grade 4) Post numbers: 201329 Type of contract: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours or Part Time Closing date: 19 February 2023 Role Purpose Water quality is of significant stakeholder interest at present. The integrated Water Planning team takes a holistic view of management of the water environment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in bringing various activities together across the Sustainable Water Group and also provide a focus for internal and external communications. This will include developing communication material, arranging for translation and website services, supporting governance groups, and developing other areas of work as required. A background in water management is preferable and good evidence analysis skills important. The post involves working across a...

Specialist Advisor – Climate Risk and Adaptation Closing date : 27 February 2023 Salary : £37,308 - £40,806 (Grade 6) Location : Flexible Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours Post number : 202940 Job description To lead on the provision of Climate Risk and Adaptation technical support and advice in relation to delivery of NRW’s response in relation to the Wales Adaptation Plan.  This technical/specialist advice will inform the development of NRW policy, programmes, plans, strategies and guidance.  You will work with colleagues from other teams in Evidence Policy & Permitting and Operations, officials from Welsh Government and sector representatives. Qualifications Knowledge and experience of the following: Knowledge of: Welsh, UK and EU legislation related to climate change, climate risk and adaptation; Welsh, UK Government policy drivers in...

Waste Permitting Officer Closing date : 12 February 2023 Salary: £32,876 - £36,229 (Grade 5) Location: Flexible but occasional travel to Cardiff may be required Contract type : Permanent Work pattern : 37 hours Post number: 201576   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 the NRW location stated in this advert, of which you will be required to attend for regular meetings, training and for one-to-one meetings with your manager. These will be planned in advance. Job description To determine permit applications in accordance with recognised NRW policy, process, guidance and procedures. Support the Permitting Service and respond to internal and external customer queries. Qualifications, experience and...

Calling all Water Resources Professionals! At  South West Water  we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.   We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area. And we have huge ambitions.   Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with wildlife charities, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.   So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.   At South West Water we are working to reduce the impacts of water abstraction on the natural world, whilst increasing the water available for a growing population and a thriving tourist...

A truly unique opportunity has become available for a Chemistry Team Manager to join our Laboratory team in Saltford. Specialising in soils and sludges analysis, you will bring your inorganic chemistry technical expertise into a management role, where you will play a key role in shaping the way our expert chemistry teams work. The role Wessex Water’s laboratory in Saltford analyses more than 100,000 samples a year from around the region. We are a scientific centre accredited to ISO 17025:DWTS that utilises world class technologies and equipment to analyse water and environmental samples to protect both public health and the environment As Chemistry Team Manager, your responsibilities will include: managing and developing staff, including performance management and recruitment ensuring audits and any non-conforming work are followed up in a timely manner, reviewing methods and ensuring work is carried out to the appropriate regulatory requirement...