Building Conservation Officer
Grade: 5
Salary: £35,570 - £40,444 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
About us
At Dartmoor National Park Authority, we are privileged to care for one of the country’s most iconic and inspiring landscapes. Alongside its breathtaking scenery, Dartmoor is rich in historic buildings and cultural heritage that tell the story of generations who have lived and worked here. We are committed to protecting these special places while supporting thriving communities and a sustainable future. Joining us means becoming part of a passionate and collaborative organisation where your expertise can make a lasting difference to the conservation of Dartmoor’s unique historic environment.
The Role
This is a rewarding opportunity for a heritage professional who wants to make a tangible impact in a nationally significant protected landscape. As Building Conservation Officer, you will help shape the future of Dartmoor’s historic built environment, providing expert advice on listed buildings and heritage assets, guiding sensitive development, and supporting the conservation of the National Park’s distinctive character. A varied work programme; from visiting historic sites and working with property owners to contributing to projects, policies and community engagement initiatives, you will play a central role in ensuring Dartmoor’s heritage is understood, protected and enjoyed for generations to come.
The Benefits
- Salary of £35,570 - £40,444 per annum
- Generous annual leave and flexitime policies
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to electric vehicle pool car fleet
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Beautiful office location on National Trust estate, with free parking and café on site
- Discounts at National Park Visitor Centres
- Free parking in our car parks on Dartmoor
About you
You will be an enthusiastic and knowledgeable conservation professional with a genuine passion for historic buildings and heritage. Combining sound knowledge and technical expertise with a practical and approachable style, you will be confident in providing clear advice, building positive relationships and finding balanced solutions.
The ideal candidate will enjoy working with a wide range of people, from property owners and planning agents to colleagues and elected Members, and be motivated by the opportunity to help safeguard Dartmoor’s special character. Organised, proactive and an effective communicator, you will thrive in a varied role where your professional judgement and commitment to high-quality conservation can make a real difference.
The post is based at the Authority’s head office at Parke, Bovey Tracey, but will involve travel to other sites within the National Park.
If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, please contact James Aven (Principal Planning Officer – Enforcement) by email: javen@dartmoor.gov.uk
Dartmoor National Park Authority is a disability confident and an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.
Location:
Dartmoor National Park Authority, Parke, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9JQ.
Closing date:
Sunday 01 November 2026 at 17:00 pm
Interview date:
Thursday 19 November 2026
How to apply:
To apply for this position please click HERE.