Building Conservation Officer

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Highweek; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

EV pool car fleet

National Park discounts

Free parking

Pension scheme

On-site café

Job summary

The Building Conservation Officer 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 conservation across the National Park.

The role involves site visits, working with owners, planners and elected Members, and contributing to policies, projects and community engagement to protect and share Dartmoor’s distinctive character for generations to come.

Qualifications

• Experienced heritage conservation professional with knowledge of historic buildings and heritage assets.
• Ability to interpret policy and guidance for conservation projects.
• Experience collaborating with property owners, planning agents and committees.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on listed buildings and heritage assets.
• Guide sensitive development within Dartmoor National Park.
• Support the conservation of the National Park’s historic built environment.
• Engage with communities, owners, planners and elected Members on conservation matters.

Skills

Heritage conservation

Listed buildings

Stakeholder engagement

Policy development

Job description

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.

Closing Date: Sunday 1 November 2026 at 5pm
Interview Date: 19 November 2026

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.