Natural Heritage Officer - Development Plans & Heritage

Shetland Islands Council

Natural Heritage Officer Development Plans & Heritage

£43,691.30 - £45,448.20 per annum, inclusive of Distance Islands Allowance

• The grade of this post is K
• Salary shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,742 per annum
• Permanent Full Time post for 37.0 Hours per Week , 52.18 weeks per year
• A relocation package does apply to this post
• We will pay interview expenses from within the UK
• You must have the ability to travel throughout Shetland at short notice and where public transport is limited
• We are happy to talk flexible working

During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.

This post is based at 8 North Ness, Lerwick, ZE1 0LZ

The contractual location of this post is Shetland, but applications for remote, homeworking or hybrid working are welcomed for this post, subject to a trial period. These options will be discussed with candidates at interview. Applicants will be expected to attend Council offices from time to time, as required. Whilst most work will be undertaken during normal office hours, some evening/weekend work and occasional national/international travel may be required.

Shetland is an archipelago in north of the British Isles where you will find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and a dynamic, forward-looking society. The islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities.
Find out more about:

• The Shetland Islands Council: here
• Living and working in Shetland: here

Additional Information

For further details, please contact Suzanne Shearer Team Leader Development Plans & Heritage on or email: suzanne.shearer(at)shetland.gov.uk

To apply and for more details on the post, employee benefits, values and relocation click here: Natural Heritage Officer - Development Plans & Heritage - SIC07161 Shetland Islands Council myjobscotland

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• Closing date: 21st April 2024