At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead nature restoration projects to combat climate change in Dartmoor National Park.
- Company: Join the Dartmoor National Park Authority, a leader in environmental conservation.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, flexitime, and access to an electric vehicle pool.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to sustainability and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in restoring iconic landscapes and enhancing biodiversity.
- Qualifications: Experience in natural flood management and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 34434 - 39152 £ per year.
Join Dartmoor National Park Authority and help tackle the climate and nature crises by delivering ambitious nature restoration projects across one of the UK's most iconic landscapes. Working as part of the Dartmoor Headwaters Programme, funded by the Environment Agency, you'll help restore rivers, peatlands and wetlands through natural flood management (NFM). The programme works with farmers, landowners and local communities to reduce flood risk, enhance biodiversity, improve carbon storage and create healthier landscapes.
The Role
As a Dartmoor Headwaters Officer, you will promote, develop and deliver NFM projects across priority catchments. Working closely with farmers, contractors and partner organisations, you'll oversee restoration projects from planning through to delivery and monitoring. You'll prepare specifications and tender documents, manage contractors, build strong stakeholder relationships and communicate the environmental and community benefits of the programme.
About You
You will have experience in natural flood management, catchment projects, wetland restoration, soils or other nature-based solutions. Equally important are excellent communication and project management skills, with the ability to work confidently with farmers, contractors and a wide range of stakeholders. Experience delivering environmental projects and building positive rural partnerships is highly desirable.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave and flexitime
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Access to an electric vehicle pool fleet
- Free parking and on-site café at our beautiful Parke office
- Discounts at National Park Visitor Centres
- Free parking across Dartmoor National Park car parks
Dartmoor National Park Authority is a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Dartmoor Headwaters Officer - Natural Flood Management - Dartmoor National Park Authority employer: Countryside Classroom
Dartmoor National Park Authority is an exceptional employer dedicated to tackling climate and nature crises while fostering a collaborative work environment. With generous benefits such as flexitime, a Local Government Pension Scheme, and access to an electric vehicle pool fleet, employees enjoy a supportive culture that prioritises work-life balance and professional growth. Working in the stunning Dartmoor National Park not only offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental projects but also allows for engagement with local communities and stakeholders, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
