Conservation Officer

Location

Surrey | United Kingdom

Job description

- Are you looking to develop a career in the historic built environment?

- Are you looking for a role with variety, to work in a dynamic environment that will bring challenges and job satisfaction?

- Do you want to be part of an experienced and enthusiastic team?

As a Conservation Officer you will be one of Waverley’s custodians of over 1,700 listed buildings, 43 Conservation Areas and numerous heritage assets.  Providing support, guidance and advice to both colleagues within Planning Services and external stakeholders, you will have a passion and enthusiasm for the historic built environment.

You will have the opportunity to be mentored and supported to develop a range of conservation skills necessary for ensuring the best outcomes for the preservation and enhancement of Waverley’s heritage assets. It is desirable if you have obtained an IHBC accredited qualification.

You will sit in the Planning Projects Team with other specialists including Urban Design and Section 106 Officers; working towards place shaping and the delivery of key developments to meet the growth needs of the Borough.

This is an excellent platform for you to progress a professional career in the historic environment.

This post is a full-time role. However, all applications will be considered.

Hybrid working with site visits.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sophie Piper (Principal Conservation Officer) on 01483 523379 or Sarah Wells (Planning Projects Team Leader) on 01483 523488.

We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please.

Closing date for applications: 09:00am on Monday 18 March 2024

Interview date: Tuesday 26 March 2024

Please note we do not accept applications after the time given on the advert.

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Salary

£34.69k - £37.44k per annum