Conservation Officer
Aldern House, Bakewell
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic Conservation Officer to join the Peak District National Park’s Cultural Heritage Team. This is a full-time permanent post. This post provides excellent learning and development opportunities for a recent graduate or early career professional. The is a career grade post. Depending on the skills and experience of the post holder and the needs of the organisation, there may be an opportunity to move to Grade G.
In this role, you will work with Senior Conservation Officers to help us protect and enhance the special buildings, structures, places and landscapes of the Peak District National Park. You will provide specialist conservation advice, support and guidance both internally and externally, and help the team deliver effective and integrated conservation advice for our settlements and countryside.
There are 109 conservation areas and almost 3000 listed buildings in the National Park set within some of the most beautiful landscapes of the UK.
Key aspects of the role include:
- Giving general and pre-application advice on historic buildings and structures.
- Responding to planning & listed building application consultations.
- Contributing to our work towards reducing Heritage at Risk.
- Contributing towards conservation area assessments and other area assessments (e.g. open spaces within settlements).
- Assisting with identifying unauthorised works and advising on enforcement action.
About You
You will have a degree or qualification in historic building conservation, heritage conservation, architectural history or other relevant discipline. You will have specialist knowledge of traditional building architecture, techniques, materials, conservation methods, and the adaptation of historic buildings. You will have a good knowledge of conservation and planning policy, legislation and best practice guidance. Working experience in conservation or planning advice is desirable. You may have other related skills such as an understanding of building design or urban design.
About Us
The Peak District National Park was the first of Britain’s 15 national parks and is still enjoyed by millions, looking for both adventure and a breathing space to escape. It is also the most accessible due to its proximity to four major cities of the UK and its 38,000 residents. We recognise the importance of our national park, and our job is to speak up and care for the Peak District National Park for all to enjoy forever.
Further Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact HR. No agencies at this time, please.
Interviews: 22/23 July
Benefits
We offer a range of staff benefits including flexi-time, a high-quality defined benefit pension scheme, 26-31 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase more, volunteering leave and free parking at most of our offices. Please check out our Total Reward Brochure to see what else we offer.
Flexible Working
A range of flexible working options would be considered (e.g. hybrid home/office working). If you would like to discuss this, please contact Natalie Clemmitt or HR.
Our Values
- Care – We care for the Peak District National Park, the people we work with and all those we serve. It’s at the heart of everything we do.
- Enjoy – We take pride in what we do and feel good about our contribution.
- Pioneer – We were born of pioneers. We will continue to explore opportunities to inspire future generations.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Peak District National Park Authority is committed to equal opportunities. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.
We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the essential criteria for the role.
If you are unable to apply online and require a Word version of the application form, please contact HR.
