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Field Officer

Contract Type: Temporary
Working Pattern: Full time
Salary: Grade 10: £38,220 to £41,771 per annum
Hours per week: 37
Job Category: Environmental Development and Sustainability
Employment Location: North Pennines National Landscape Office, Stanhope (hybrid working options available)
Number of posts: One
Closing date: 3 April 2026

Further Information
We are looking for a Field Officer to join our North Pennines National Landscape team.

What is involved?
You will be working with landowners, national agencies and contractors to deliver an ambitious programme of peatland restoration projects in the North Pennines.

You will liaise with agencies including Natural England and Environment Agency to agree shared priorities for peatland restoration in the North Pennines and to manage restoration contracts.

We encourage you to contact Paul Leadbitter via email at pleadbitter@northpennines.org.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

What will I need?
Degree (or equivalent) in nature conservation or a related field. Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria.
If successful, you will be required to undertake and pass an in-house driving assessment as part of our pre-employment checks before any offer of appointment can be confirmed.

Interviews
Interviews will be held on Thursday 17th April 2026.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

Apply via North East Jobs – Field Officer – Durham County Council – North East Jobs

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In line with the County Council’s Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Any information provided on CVs will not be considered for short-listing purposes.

Apply on-line or for further assistance contact the Payroll & Employee Services on 03000 264469/264086/266838 or email PESNCC@durham.gov.uk