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.
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Pay Rate - £19.59 per/hr
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DAERA, Marine and Fisheries Regulation and Enforcement Branch/DAERA, Marine Licensing
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Benefits – 37 days holiday per annum
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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:
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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:
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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 timeframes.
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Facilitate early discussions with applicants, agents, and consultees to clarify requirements and expectations. Conduct site visits when necessary to inform planning decisions.
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Draft licence documents using approved templates and guidance, ensuring recommendations and decisions are clear, well-reasoned, and compliant with relevant legislation and policy.
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Contribute to the assessment and planning of Offshore Renewable Energy proposals and other strategic marine developments as required.
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Assist in developing and implementing the Branch’s Business Improvement Plan. Lead or support projects that enhance processes, improve service delivery, and adapt to industry changes.
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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.
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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
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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;
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Have 2 years post qualification experience gained within the last 5 years of working in the
planning or scientific profession.
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Have access to a form of transport which will enable the post holder to fulfil the
responsibilities of the post.
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Have access to a form of transport which will enable the post holder to fulfil the responsibilities of the post.
Desired Experience/Qualifications
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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High accuracy, attention to detail, and discretion.
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Excellent organisational and planning abilities to manage competing deadlines.
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Skilled in interpreting technical and regulatory information to make sound, evidence-based decisions.
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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 [email protected].
https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/publications/accessni-code-practice
Cpl is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workplace will better our relationships and services with our clients, our candidates, our communities, and one another. Be You, Be Kind, Be Proud.
