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Development Planning Advisor

EmployerNatural Resources Wales

LocationBangor

£

Pay£37,594 - £41,428

Closing Date20 May 2026

role summary

You will work in the Development Planning Advice Service.
The job helps plan how land in Wales is used.
You will give advice about building and protecting nature.
You need a background in environmental science, sustainability, or planning.
The job helps make Wales a better place to live.

key tasks

Work with local councils and developers.
Give advice on plans for things like energy, housing, and farming.
Help protect nature like special plants, animals, and clean water.
Work with experts to make strong and clear advice.
Attend meetings and training in our Bangor office.

skills and experience

You should be good at working with others.
Be organised and able to communicate well.
Have an interest in protecting the environment.
Experience or training in environmental or planning work is useful.

£ pay and hours

The job offers flexible working hours.
You will have a mix of working from home and in the office.
Regular visits to the Bangor office are needed.

location and workplace

You will mainly work in North Wales.
The main office is in Bangor, Wales.
Face-to-face meetings are planned in advance.

how to apply

You can ask questions by emailing Bryn Jones at bryn.jones@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk.
Interviews will be face to face, and you will be told where before the interview.
You must pass a background check called the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Decisions are made 4 to 8 weeks after applications close.

your checklist

Do you have experience in environmental science, sustainability, or planning?
Are you happy to work both at home and in the Bangor office?
Can you communicate well and work with others?
Are you ready to pass a DBS background check?
Have you emailed Bryn Jones if you have questions?

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