Job Description

Would you like to be at the heart of delivering Scotland’s Net Zero targets?

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the high-profile Marine Directorate Licencing and Operations Team (MD-LOT) assessing proposals for Scotland’s offshore energy and supporting infrastructure developments. The offshore energy and ports and harbour applications processed by MD-LOT are highly technical in nature. They often relate to multi-million pound development and infrastructure projects, which make a significant contribution to the Scottish Government’s priorities growing the economy and tackling the climate emergency.

As a Marine Environment Assessment Advisor, you’ll support ensuring that major marine decisions meet key environmental legislation and drive high‑quality, evidence‑based regulation. In this influential role, you’ll guide colleagues and applicants through Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Habitats Regulations Appraisal (HRA), while also quality‑assuring assessments that shape Scotland’s offshore future.

This post comes with a £5,000 MD LOT pay supplement, recognising the specialist expertise and impact the role brings.

Responsibilities:

• To assist in the processing of consenting and licensing casework, providing guidance and direction to colleagues on all aspects of EIA and HRA.
• To review and approve appropriate assessments, MPA assessments, EIA screening opinions, scoping opinions and decision notices ensuring they are in line with statutory requirements and reflect policy.
• Maintain an overview of changes in legislation and be responsible for implementing these into working processes
• To assist with continual improvement updating templates and guidance as required and providing appropriate training for staff.

Working pattern

This role is a temporary position with an expected commitment of 12 months.

How to Apply

Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B2 employees.

Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).

Selection Process

All candidates will be invited to an informal discussion with the Hiring Manager.

Informal discussion dates tbc.

Please be advised this vacancy is open only to Priority Movers.

Further Information

If you have specific questions about the role, please contact rebecca.young@gov.scot

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