Assess listed buildings and Conservation Areas for Dorset Council in Dorchester, using conservation expertise and pragmatic design advice. The post supports flexible, agile working.

As a Conservation Officer, you will work across Dorset Council’s rural area and historic environment. The role covers development management, heritage asset assessment, technical advice, policy writing, and stakeholder communication. You will support applications and decisions affecting Dorset’s listed buildings and Conservation Areas.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assess and negotiate listed building and Conservation Area applications
- Provide consultation responses for planning applications affecting heritage assets
- Contribute to guidance notes and Supplementary Planning Documents
- Participate in planning committees, appeals,



and inquiries
- Investigate enforcement cases and provide specialist advice

Requirements:

- Qualification in planning, building conservation, or related discipline
- IHBC membership or eligibility is advantageous
- Experience assessing development proposals and heritage impacts
- Robust written, spoken, presentation, and report-writing skills
- Full driving licence and suitable transport for significant travel

Bring conservation judgement, development management experience, and practical heritage advice to Dorset Council’s listed building service.

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📌 Conservation Officer Listed Buildings Dorset (Thames Centre)
🏢 The Institute Of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC)
📍 Thames Centre