Job Title:

Environment Officer (Conservation)
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Location of the job:

Cross Hands

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Employer:

Natural Resources Wales

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Salary:

£37,594 - £41,428

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Last day to apply:

19 April 2026

Role summaryRole Summary
  • Help protect 30% of land, freshwater, and sea in Wales by 2030.
  • Work with farmers to make plans that help nature.
  • Support the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS).
  • Job is until March 31, 2027, with chance to keep the job.
  • Based in Aberystwyth, Welshpool or Cross Hands.
Key tasksKey Tasks
  • Give advice about protected land and nature.
  • Help with rules for managing special sites.
  • Work with others to make good plans for nature.
  • Help with water, land quality, and pollution incidents.
  • Visit remote sites to check and give permissions.
Skills and experienceSkills And Experience
  • Know about managing protected sites and nature.
  • Can give advice and work with farmers.
  • Have a full, current UK driving licence.
  • Able to work well with others.
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for interviews.
Pay and hoursPay And Hours
  • The job is a fixed term until March 31, 2027.
  • There may be a chance to make the job permanent.
  • Flexible working options available.
  • Work hours and pay details will be given when you apply.
Location and workplaceLocation And Workplace
  • Based at NRW offices in Aberystwyth, Welshpool or Cross Hands.
  • You can work partly from home (hybrid working).
  • Must travel to visit outdoor sites.
  • Regular meetings and training will be planned in advance.
How to applyHow To Apply
  • For questions, email Carol Fielding at carol.fielding@cyfoethnaturiol.gov.uk.
  • Interviews will be held online using Microsoft Teams.
Checklist for applicantsChecklist For Applicants
  • Do you have a full UK driving licence?
  • Can you visit remote sites as needed?
  • Are you ready to work part at an office and part at home?
  • Can you use Microsoft Teams for interview?
  • Are you interested in helping nature in Wales?

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