We’re hiring – Marine Project Manager
Published: 6 May 2026
We’re looking for a Marine Project Manager to lead our marine work. The purpose of this role is to deliver a new project to explore how nature and communities can be supported through integrated land and sea planning and management
Hosted by Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority, the role offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of one of the UK’s most distinctive coastal and marine environments. The postholder will lead and deliver a new Pembrokeshire marine project, providing clear, evidence‑based insight into how more integrated land–sea planning and management could improve marine recovery, support coastal communities, and build ocean literacy – including assessing the potential value of a Marine National Park alongside other options.
The project is a collaborative exploration of how one of Wales’ most exceptional places can be better protected and managed for the future. Pembrokeshire’s coast is outstanding: the sea supports rich wildlife and sustains deep cultural connections. Yet many marine protected areas are in poor condition. Our future depends on balancing sustainable use for the economy and environment, building solutions through open, constructive dialogue grounded in evidence, local knowledge and lived experience. While rooted in Pembrokeshire, the learning will also help inform wider policy thinking in Wales and support delivery of Y Môr a Ni (Wales’ ocean literacy strategy).
The project, funded by Esmee Fairbairn Foundation, will build on interest across Wales and the UK and include supporting the National Marine Park Alliance and a National Marine Parks pilot in England. It will work with young people to connect their passion for the sea and develop leadership skills, ensuring their voices help shape decisions that affect their future.
Broad Haven South, Pembrokeshire Coast © Dan Santillo
Explore our marine work
At Campaign for National Parks, we believe that the sea is a critical gap in the National Park story. Some of our most important habitats and the pressures across land, coast and sea can only be managed by considering our interconnected ecosystems as a whole. By connecting people to the sea, we could revolutionise how the public view the ocean, enhance people’s access and enjoyment, and improve management to revitalise both nature and our coastal communities.