Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
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This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Conservation Officer who can work as part of an established team conserving and enhancing the district’s heritage.
With more than 2,200 listed buildings and 60 conservation areas, the historic environment in Huntingdonshire is rich and wide-ranging. A successful candidate may find themselves dealing with a timber-framed cottage one day and Cold War architecture the next
We are looking for someone who can work effectively with customers and colleagues on the management of the historic environment and the assessment of new development proposals. The varied workload will include providing specialist technical advice on planning applications, enforcement issues and policy development.
You will have a degree or equivalent in Conservation or a related discipline and have extensive experience in assessing the impact of proposed development on various heritage assets. IHBC accreditation is desirable.
The post is permanent and full-time, 37 hours per week, working Monday to Friday. This is a hybrid role and would involve twice-weekly attendance at the office and on-site, combined with the opportunity for home working. You may be required on occasion to work outside normal office hours in accordance with the needs of the service.
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
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