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Marine Licensing Planner/Case Officer Jobs in Belfast, UK at CPL
Marine Licensing Planner/Case Officer CPL have partnered with Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) to recruit for a Marine Planner/Licensing Case Officer (SO Grade) to join their team on a temporary contract, with possibility of extension. Pay Rate – £19.59 per/hr DAERA, Marine and Fisheries Regulation and Enforcement Branch/DAERA, Marine Licensing Benefits 37 days holiday per annum Hours 37 hours per week Marine and Fisheries Division (MFD), part of the DAERA Environment, Marine and Fisheries Group is responsible for the promotion, protection, enhancement and sustainable use of:
All fish stocks inland and at sea (including aquaculture and fish health) and the marine environment Marine Licensing Branch The Marine Licensing Branch provides a main function for marine licensing, compliance and enforcement under Part 4 of the UK Marine and Coastal Access Act, 2009, the Marine Works (EIA) Regulations 2007 (as amended) and subordinate legislation. Responsibilities will include:
Take the lead in handling routine and, where necessary, complex marine licence applications. Oversee a caseload from initial submission through to determination, ensuring decisions are delivered within agreed time frames. Facilitate early discussions with applicants, agents, and consultees to clarify requirements and expectations. Conduct site visits when necessary to inform planning decisions. Draft licence documents using approved templates and guidance, ensuring recommendations and decisions are clear, well-reasoned, and compliant with relevant legislation and policy.
Contribute to the assessment and planning of Offshore Renewable Energy proposals and other strategic marine developments as required. Assist in developing and implementing the Branchs Business Improvement Plan. Lead or support projects that enhance processes, improve service delivery, and adapt to industry changes. Draft responses to general correspondence, Ministerial queries, Freedom of Information (FOI), and Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) requests, acting as a trained decision-maker within the business area.
Ensure adherence to departmental policies and standards, including health and safety, performance management, and continuous improvement practices. Foster a culture of learning and professional development within the team. Essential Experience/Qualifications Have at least a Diploma in a fully credited Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or Irish Planning Institute (IPI) course or Be a Chartered or Corporate Member of the RTPI or IPI;
AND Have 2 years post qualification experience gained within the last 5 years of working in the planning or scientific profession. AND Have access to a form of transport which will enable the post holder to fulfil the responsibilities of the post. AND Have access to a form of transport which will enable the post holder to fulfil the responsibilities of the post.
Desired Experience/Qualifications Strong communication and interpersonal skills. High accuracy, attention to detail, and discretion. Excellent organisational and planning abilities to manage competing deadlines. Skilled in interpreting technical and regulatory information to make sound, evidence-based decisions. Strong case work experience dealing with complex applications/licences. If successful you will be required to complete a criminal record check through Access NI, having a criminal conviction will not necessarily exclude you from this process.
Cpl have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, for a copy of this policy please email . Cpl is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workplace will betterour relationships and services with our clients, our candidates, our communities, and one another. Be You, Be Kind, Be Proud.
Skills:
Planning Scientific Manage Benefits:
Flexitime Pension Mileage
Title: Marine Licensing Planner/Case Officer
Company: CPL
Location: Belfast, UK
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