Position | Delivery Manager - Moors for the Future Partnership |
Posted | 2025 October 01 |
Expired | 2025 October 31 |
Company | Derbyshire County Council |
Location | Peak District National Park, England | GB |
Job Type | Full Time |
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LocationPeak District National Park Authority , Moorland Centre, Edale
ReferenceJOB/25/02984
Salary details£35,412 to £38,220 per annum
Job termFull Time
Appointment typeFixed Term to 30 September 2026 with likely extension to 2030.
Hours37 hours per week
Closing Date13 October 2025
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The RoleWe are looking for and experienced team leader to help our conservation and land management team deliver an annual programme of moorland restoration projects as part of the award-winning Moors for the Future Partnership. As we enter another 5-year period of work funded by our partners this post will ensure that both contracts and quality standards are delivered well.
Working as the deputy to the Conservation and Land Programme Manager you will help the operational team develop and deliver creative land management solutions to affect positive landscape scale change through targeted project work. There will be both desk-based and field work, with the emphasis upon developing and delivering conservation projects. There will be a need to travel extensively throughout the Peak District and South Pennines.
This is a Fixed term role which ends on September 2026 with the likely extension to 2030.
About YouYou will have experience of leading teams in the delivery of practical land management and nature conservation projects as well as engaging contractors to support such work. You will have a sound working knowledge of how to ensure quality standards are upheld by both staff and contractors. You will be computer literate, have knowledge of GIS systems and an HND in an environmental or related subject, or equivalent, with at least 4 years' countryside management experience or similar land-based work. You will need to be capable of leading a team working on multiple projects at the same time without close supervision. You will have experience of land management for nature conservation and wider ecosystem services, preferably within the uplands and protected landscapes. You will have great communication skills as your work will involve engaging with key stakeholders including project managers, partner organisations, land owners and land managers (such as farmers and gamekeepers) as well as voluntary organizations, and volunteer groups. You will be an excellent problem solver, able to work collaboratively with others to adapt projects when changes occur and still deliver desired outcomes.
In return, we can offer you the opportunity of making a real difference to the South Pennine uplands, working as part of a friendly and focused team. You will be based at the Moorland Centre, in the beautiful village of Edale, minutes from the Pennine Way.
About UsThe Peak District National Park was the first of Britain's 15 national parks and is still enjoyed by millions, looking for both adventure and a breathing space to escape. It is also the most accessible due its proximity to four major cities of the UK and its 38,000 residents. We recognise the importance of our national park and our job is to speak up and care for the Peak District National Park for all to enjoy forever.
BenefitsWe offer a range of staff benefits including flexi-time, a great pension with employer contribution of 19.57%, 26-31 days holiday plus bank holidays and free parking at most of our offices. Please see our Total Reward Brochure to see what we offer.
Flexible WorkingA range of flexible working options would be considered, including hybrid home/office working, reduced hours, flexible on work pattern). If you would like to discuss this, please contact **@peakdistrict.gov.uk
Equality, Diversity and InclusionThe Peak District National Park Authority is committed to equal opportunities. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.
To apply visit www.peakdistrict.gov.uk and click ‘careers'
Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.
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