Jobs you can apply for in Wales right now paying £30,000 or more

Employers across Wales are looking to fill a wide range of jobs that offer an annual salary of more than £30,000. Roles being advertised include a chef at a seaside craft brewery, a Lidl supermarket manager, and a software engineering job that pays up to £89,238 a year.

Last month the BBC reported that the UK jobs market was “showing signs of stalling” as the number of people out of work rose. The unemployment rate increased to 4.2% between December and February, which was the highest level for six months.

We have compiled a list of 15 jobs in Wales offering more than £30,000 a year. For each job we have listed the title, description, salary range or exact salary, location, and any information provided on hours. You can find out more about the jobs by clicking on the Indeed link included for each. For the latest Welsh news delivered to your inbox sign up to our newsletter

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Automotive centre manager at Protyre in Aberystwyth

Job description: “Protyre is a fast-growing national automotive company offering superb training and development opportunities. We are currently seeking an experienced and technical automotive centre manager to join our growing team. The centre manager will be responsible for delivering the company business objectives through effective management and co-ordination of the centre… The ideal candidate will have: proven success as a centre manager or assistant centre manager within the automotive industry; demonstrable success within a sales environment; technical or mechanical experience; experience of managing multiple priorities; working knowledge of relevant health & safety requirements; a good understanding of car technology; outstanding customer service skills; experience of account management; and a full UK driving licence”

Pay and other details: From £32,000 per year, full-time permanent role with Monday to Friday schedule and weekend availability. You can apply here.

Vehicle technician/MOT tester at JT Hughes Group in Newtown, Powys

Job description: “At JT Hughes Group we are a very successful family run established business. We pride ourselves for our outstanding customer service and long term staff retention. We currently have some exciting times ahead, as we are constantly expanding our franchise range. A new opportunity has now presented itself for a Vehicle Technician at our Newtown Branch. The successful candidate will be looking for a new challenge to embark a long-term career move with our company. You will be welcomed into a very friendly team. A full training programme will be provided to ensure you reach the standards we expect.”

Pay and other details: £31,000 to £32,750 per year, full-time role with Monday to Friday schedule. You can apply here.

Public health data analyst at Public Health Wales in Cardiff

Job description: “The successful candidate must meet all of the essential criteria to be considered for this role, including being able to evidence the practical application of data/ statistical analysis skills in a health or public health context and must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in mathematics, statistics or operational research… Previous candidates need not apply.”

Pay and other details: £35,922 to £43,257 per year, permanent role. You can apply here.

IT project manager at NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership in Cardiff

Job description: “An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated individual to join Central Team eBusiness Services, which is a small specialist team, supporting all health boards/trusts and hosted organisations in Wales on a range of national projects. As part of the busy department, you will be responsible for taking forward strategic NHS Wales Projects. You will be responsible for supporting leads and business partners in each of the organisations in Wales. You will be educated to degree level or have equivalent experience and have a background working in a structured and disciplined department, delivering services and support based on industry good practices. You must be proficient in the use of project management techniques and processes in the delivery of projects… All candidates will be expected to undertake an aptitude test and presentation based on a case study. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.”

Pay and other details: £44,398 to £50,807 per year, permanent role. You can apply here.

Sous chef at the Horse and Jockey in Knighton, Powys

Job description: “An opportunity is now available for an experienced sous chef to join our existing kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have a true passion for food and the ability to learn our menu under the guidance of our head chef. Assist our head chef in developing and creating new menus; oversee the daily operations in the kitchen, including health & safety, and stock control; ability and confidence [needed] to run a shift in the absence of our head chef… Guaranteed two consecutive days off. We can also offer flexibility in working hours. If you are a chef or a competent commercial cook and are looking for a new challenge, do not miss out on this great opportunity. Package negotiable dependant on experience.”

Pay and other details: £30,000 to £33,000 per year, full-time and permanent contract. You can apply here.

Civil litigation solicitor at Guthrie Jones & Jones Solicitors in Denbigh

Job description: “Full time civil litigation solicitor required for our office in Denbigh with the possibility of some remote working. The ideal candidate will have five years post-qualified experience and will be able to handle their own caseload of fast-track and multi-track cases. Apply by email to dinbych@guthriejj.co.uk with a covering letter and CV. For an informal discussion about the post please call 01745814817 to speak to Osian Roberts.”

Job details: £40,000 per year, a full-time Monday to Friday role, also flexitime. You can apply here.

Money advisor for United Welsh in Caerphilly

Job description: “We’re looking for someone to join our income and money advice team as a money advisor. The team helps residents with any money problems they’re experiencing, providing advice on budgeting, prioritising debt, understanding entitlements and lots more. You’ll work closely with a team of six experienced money advisors. In addition to the direct team, you will continue to build on our strong relationships with the wider teams within the business and our partner organisations. If you’re enthusiastic, non-judgemental and will keep the residents at the heart of what you do, we’d love to hear from you.”

Pay and other details: £36,844.08 per year, full time and permanent role with 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. You can apply here.

Vehicle technician with Checkpoint Automotive in Mold, Flintshire

Job description: “Carry out vehicle maintenance and repair utilising your technical knowledge. Testing, diagnosing, and resolving faults suggesting and making improvements to processes. Working on electrical and mechanical systems. Inspecting components for wear and tear. Repairing and replacing parts. Supporting other technicians in the workshop. The ideal candidate would have the knowledge to use modern diagnostic equipment [and] the capability of working to the highest quality standards. Great team player and communication skills. Maintain high standards of house-keeping. Prior experience of working to efficiency targets. A full UK driving licence. Experience within a busy automotive workshop environment, DVSA-approved MOT tester also an advantage but not essential. Must hold a level 3 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair NVQ or equivalent.”

Pay and other details: £30,000 to £35,000 per year, full-time role, day shifts. You can apply here.

IT manager at Unify Limited in Cardiff

Job description: “Our established, fast-growing, global fintech SaaS partner is looking for an IT manager to join their team. You will be joining an established multi-disciplinary Infrastructure team and will define the IT standards for a growing company. You will join the Cardiff team, working in a hybrid fashion: either from home, from their attractive offices in Cardiff, or a blend of the two. Salary up to £50,000 p.a. plus bonus incentive. They offer significant benefits in an exciting, friendly and flexible work environment. They are an equal-opportunities company that values diversity, and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. As an IT manager, you will own and manage the IT environment for a growing software company.”

Pay and other job details: £45,000 to £52,000 per year, full-time and permanent role with Monday to Friday schedule. You can apply here.

Sous chef at HARBWR Tap and Kitchen in Tenby

Job description: “We are recruiting for our popular bar and restaurant in Tenby. We pride ourselves on providing great service to our customers and are looking for passionate individuals to join our team. As a member of our kitchen team you will be assisting with the day to day running of a busy kitchen. You will be key to ensuring that food is prepared to a high standard and served in a timely manner. The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role for at least one year. Working in a similar busy kitchen environment with the ability to work at speed and under moderate pressure will be advantageous. Our sous chef will work closely with the head chef to maintain kitchen management and service standards on a day to day basis. Applicants will have their level 2 at a minimum. Candidates will need to be flexible as working hours are based on a weekly rota including evenings and weekends.”

Pay and other job details: £35,000 to £39,000 a year, a permanent and full-time role. You can apply here.

Project co-ordinator at Carmarthenshire County Council in Carmarthen

Job description: “We are seeking a committed, self-motivated person to join our newly formed minor works team within the property division. You will form part of a multi- disciplinary team of building, mechanical and electrical inspectors dealing with minor refurbishment projects. We have an annual budget in the region of £10m to undertake schemes to the authorities non-housing stock… You will need a basic level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.”

Pay and other job details: £33,024 to £37,336 per year, permanent and full-time role. You can apply here.

Data scientist at Health Education and Improvement Wales in Cardiff

Job description: “This post is fixed term for 12 months to meet the needs of the service. Are you passionate about data and analytics? Are you an accomplished professional with a passion for driving transformative change in healthcare? Do you have the skills and experience to build key relationships with stakeholders and deliver coproduced insights and advanced analytics? Do you have the ability to improve the levels of data literacy within the organisation and help to develop and deliver training programmes on the use of business intelligence products? We are currently seeking a dynamic data scientist to join our team. Your analytical expertise will be crucial in identifying solutions to improve healthcare processes and drive quality within our team. You will provide expert informatics advice and guidance for analytics projects, ensuring that systems and services are developed and implemented in line with national data definitions and standards.”

Pay and other job details: £44,398 to £50,807 per year, full-time role. You can apply here.

Deputy store manager at Lidl in Aberystwyth

Job description: “Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table – but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re resilient, confident and trusted leaders. Just like you. As a deputy store manager at Lidl, you’ll be cool, calm and collected, getting stuck in on the shop floor and behind the scenes. From managing cash processes and monitoring stock integrity to inspiring your colleagues, you’ll play a huge part in creating a place where you and your whole team can do your best work. You’ll also enjoy great responsibility while the store manager is absent, taking ownership of the store and leading by example to support your colleagues. In return, we’ll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl.”

Pay and other job details: From £34,000 a year, full-time role, 30 to 35 days’ holiday (pro rata) and 10% in-store discount. You can apply here.

Head of engineering at TMPW Royal College of Nursing in Cardiff

Job description: “We’re a trade union with a membership of over half a million nurses, midwives, nursing support workers and students. We support their practice, represent them, lobby on their behalf, and develop them… As the head of engineering, you’ll use your positive attitude, leadership skills and experience of delivering software development projects to guide a committed team in building web projects that support the RCN’s operational and strategic aims. It’s a job full of possibilities where you’ll work with software engineers, product managers, QA testers, and stakeholders from all around the organisation to provide our members exceptional digital experiences. The role is responsible for leading SCRUM project teams, line managing software engineers, facilitating the delivery of projects, working with the business to gather requirements, and managing the engineering backlog.” excellent problem-solving skills and able to resolve blockers impacting the teams.”

Pay and other job details: £79,782 – £89,238 a year, 35 hours per week, six-month fixed-term contract to cover parental leave, with hybrid working. You can apply here.

Assistant PMO Manager at BBC in Cardiff

Job description: “We have an exciting opportunity for an assistant PMO Manager to join this programme. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving positive change, this role is for you. As an assistant PMO manager you will provide the structure and a competent secretariat function for governance where relevant [including] calendar of dates, preparation and review of slides, notes / actions, preparation of minutes. [You will] assist in the formulation of communication and engagement plans that build commitment and understanding, and monitor success of these plans. [You will] create high-quality slides, charts and information packs that provide accurate and engaging visual materials for stakeholders from a range of levels and backgrounds.”

Pay and other job details: £35,000 to £45,000 a year, full-time role, nine month fixed-term staff contract (this is not a contractor or day rate position), with hybrid working. You can apply here.

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