Heritage and Conservation Officer — Hybrid Planning Expert

CHESHIRE East; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Crewe is seeking a Heritage and Conservation Officer to provide advisory services on the historic environment. The role involves advising on planning applications, maintaining the Local List, and engaging in conservation projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Conservation or Heritage, strong communication skills, and relevant management experience. This position promotes a hybrid working model and offers generous annual leave including additional benefits, contributing to a balanced work-life environment.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Flexible working pattern

Salary sacrifice green car scheme

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in Development Management from the public or private sector.
• Understanding of heritage and conservation assessment techniques.
• Ability to travel throughout Cheshire East and hold a full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Provide built heritage advisory service to Cheshire East Council.
• Advise on planning and listed building applications.
• Maintain and update the Council's Local List.

Skills

Passion for built heritage and the historic environment

Great communication skills

Flexible approach to work

Education

Degree level qualification within Conservation or Heritage

Job description

A local council in Crewe is seeking a Heritage and Conservation Officer to provide advisory services on the historic environment. The role involves advising on planning applications, maintaining the Local List, and engaging in conservation projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Conservation or Heritage, strong communication skills, and relevant management experience. This position promotes a hybrid working model and offers generous annual leave including additional benefits, contributing to a balanced work-life environment.