Conservation and Heritage Officer

Heritage & Conservation Officer needed in Macclesfield Paying £17.79 per hr ref Full time hours on a temporary basis Key Responsibilities Heritage and Conservation Advice Provide specialist advice on listed buildings, conservation areas, heritage assets, archaeology and historic landscapes across a range of development proposals and projects.

Assessment of Planning Applications Assess planning, Listed Building Consent and related applications, offering clear recommendations to ensure proposals preserve or enhance heritage significance.

Conservation Area Management Assist in the review, appraisal and management of existing conservation areas, and support the preparation of new designations where appropriate.

Heritage Statements & Impact Assessments Review heritage statements, impact assessments and related documentation, ensuring they meet professional standards and accurately interpret heritage significance.

Project Leadership Lead or support heritage focused projects including building conservation initiatives, character appraisals, design guidance, and public engagement activities.

Design and Place making Support Promote high quality design in historic areas, working with architects, developers and planners to secure contextually appropriate and sustainable development.

Heritage at Risk Contribute to the identification, assessment and monitoring of heritage at risk, proposing actions or strategies to support their future conservation.

Partnership & Community Engagement Work closely with internal teams, heritage groups, architects, local communities, building owners and other stakeholders to support shared heritage objectives.

Policy and Guidance Support the development of heritage policies, design guidance and other documents related to historic environment management.

Monitoring and Research Keep up to date with changes in legislation, policy, best practice and technical guidance relating to historic buildings and conservation.

Public and Professional Advice Provide advice and guidance to colleagues, clients, community groups and property owners on heritage conservation issues and best practice.

Documentation & Reporting Prepare reports, recommendations and presentations for internal use, consultations, committees and stakeholder groups.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verityessentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

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