{"id":11093,"date":"2026-10-08T13:27:58","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T12:27:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ihbconline.co.uk\/jobsetc\/?p=11093"},"modified":"2026-10-08T13:27:58","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T12:27:58","slug":"waverley-borough-council-senior-conservation-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ihbconline.co.uk\/jobsetc\/?p=11093","title":{"rendered":"Waverley Borough Council: Senior Conservation Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"logo\"<\/a>Salary: \u00a343,993 per annum pro rata to 22 hours a week – \u00a326,158 per annum
\nLocation: Godalming \u2013 Surrey
\nContract: Permanent
\nWorking Pattern: Part Time – 22 hours per week.<\/p>\n

As a qualified Senior Conservation Officer, who has obtained accredited IHBC membership or who has similar knowledge and expertise gained through relevant work experience; the you will be one of Waverley\u2019s custodians of over 1,700 listed buildings, 44 conservation areas and numerous heritage assets.\u00a0 Providing support, guidance and specialist advice to both colleagues within Planning Services and external stakeholders, you will have demonstrable experience within your field of expertise.<\/p>\n

You will sit in the Planning Specialist Team with a Principal Conservation Officer, Conservation Officer, Urban Design Specialist and technician, all working towards place shaping and the delivery of key developments to meet the growth needs of the Borough.<\/p>\n

About You<\/strong><\/p>\n

With well-developed negotiation skills, you will be responsible for ensuring the best outcomes for the preservation and enhancement of Waverley\u2019s heritage assets. We take a pragmatic approach to managing our historic environment and you will have a similar outlook, seeking to find innovative solutions to complex problems.<\/p>\n

Waverley is a beautiful rural authority with a focus on four distinct settlements.\u00a0 A full valid driving license is essential to this role to ensure you can visit sites efficiently and with ease.\u00a0 It is a hybrid role with a requirement for regular attendance at the Council Offices.<\/p>\n

About us<\/strong><\/p>\n

At Waverley Borough Council, we\u2019re proud of our commitment to delivering high-quality services to our communities. We\u2019re seeking a skilled Senior Conservation Officer to join our Planning Specialists Team and help us shape a better borough.<\/p>\n

What We Offer<\/strong><\/p>\n

In return for your valued contribution, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes:<\/p>\n