Species Officer x 2

An opportunity has arisen to join Natural Resources Wales Protected Species Team in South Wales. The team is looking for enthusiastic individuals with relevant experience in this area.

• Location: Operations South Offices with a preference for Rivers House, St Mellons or Maes Newydd, Llandarcy.
• Post Number: 102978
• Grade/ Salary: C1 / £24,828.00
• Contract type: FTA until 31 March 2019
• Work pattern: Full time

Job Purpose:

• My job is to help and sustain the natural heritage of Wales. I will do this by contributing to the delivery of NRW’s responsibilities and duties for protected species.

Job Specific Criteria

Essential criteria

1. A degree or equivalent in a relevant environmental subject or relevant work experience.
2. Knowledge of the ecology and conservation of, and approaches to mitigation suitable for the range of species protected by wildlife legislation and a working knowledge of relevant legislation and its application
3. Good written and spoken communication and presentational skills, with the ability to write clearly for a wide range of target audiences.
4. The ability to negotiate and work with a wide range of people, including landowners, partner organisations and the public.
5. Show initiative and be enterprising but also demonstrate the ability to work effectively in team/ collaborative situations.
6. The ability to currently and legally drive a car in the UK.

Application closing date: 30 January 2018

Interviews to take place on: To be confirmed

For more information and how to apply please visit our website.