Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Conservation Officer to join the Planning Team within East Cambridgeshire District Council, which is embarking on a period of growth, with a positive and proactive approach to development. There are 26 conservation areas, 41 Scheduled Monuments and nearly 1000 listed buildings in the District as well as an adopted Building of Local Interest Register and 4 designated historic parks and gardens. The successful candidate will be responsible for working with the development management officers on applications affecting these designated heritage assets with the ability to balance the need for development with the statutory duty of preserving and enhancing the built heritage of the District.
Your duties will include:
* Delivering an effective and efficient conservation service;
* Preparation and review of Conservation Area Appraisals and management plans;
* Review and proactive maintenance of Buildings of Interest and Buildings at Risk Registers;
* Responding to planning application consultations;
* Providing timely, expert and impartial advice to other departments within the Council, agencies, developers and councillors;
* Processing a caseload of listed building applications;
* Undertaking site inspections and providing detailed and pragmatic advice on the historic environment;
* Producing clear and concise reports and making presentations to Committee when required.
Qualifications and experience
Applicants should have a recognised degree/post graduate qualification in Historic Building Conservation or other relevant discipline as well as specialist knowledge of traditional building techniques, materials and conservation methods for repair. An understanding of historic building design, construction, architectural history and conservation legislation and policy will also be essential. Excellent verbal communication and effective time management are essential and membership of a recognised professional body such as the IHBC would be desirable.
Salary
The starting salary offered to the successful candidate will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Benefits
* Flexible working
* Childcare scheme (in approved cases)
* Occupational health programme
* Training and development
* Essential user car allowance
* Holiday, sickness and pension scheme entitlements
We do offer hybrid working arrangements; the minimum expectation for the role is to be present in the office at least 3 days per week.
How to discuss and apply
For an informal discussion regarding the post, please contact David Morren on 01353 665555.
Closing date for completed applications is: Friday 17July 2026
The selection process will be held week commencing 10 August 2026
Please note that only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted by the HR. If you have not been contacted by the date of the interviews, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
The Council is an equal opportunities employer.
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