Job Description
Team / Directorate: Development Panning Advice Services, Operations
Starting salary: £41,132 rising to £44,988 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants)
Contract type: Permanent
Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome)
Post number: 203911
The role
Are you passionate about protecting and enhancing Wales' landscapes and seascapes? We're looking for an experienced professional to take a lead role in advising on landscape and visual matters across a wide range of development and planning proposals.
As a Senior Landscape Advisor, you'll provide expert technical advice on landscape, seascape, and visual amenity to both internal teams and external stakeholders. Your work will influence Local Development Plans, landscape management plans, and broader planning strategies-ensuring they reflect the value of Wales' natural and cultural landscapes.
You'll be a key contributor to our Development Planning Advice Service (DPAS), supporting colleagues through training, guidance development and mentoring. You'll also help shape how NRW delivers consistent, high-quality advice across planning and development.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Providing technical expe...