A two-year fixed-term full-time role coordinating natural resource and environmental projects across Exmoor National Park, including river restoration and flood resilience.
Devon County Council is looking for a Senior Natural Resources Officer - Exmoor National Park Authority. It’s a 24-month fixed-term, full-time post based in Dulverton paying £38,510 to £43,149 a year. Applications close on Tuesday 24 November 2026.
About the role
Co-ordinates the Healthy Natural Resources programme in the National Park Management Plan, delivering river, soil and water projects. Works with farmers, land managers and partners on sustainable land management and agri-environment funding.
About Devon County Council
Devon County Council is the upper-tier council for Devon outside Plymouth and Torbay, working alongside the district councils of East Devon, Exeter, Mid Devon, North Devon, South Hams, Teignbridge, Torridge and West Devon. Based at County Hall in Exeter, it runs county-wide services including education, social care, highways, transport, libraries and waste disposal.
What they’re looking for
- Experience delivering natural resource projects
- Proven project management experience
- Experience managing contractors
- Degree or equivalent experience in environmental field
- Full, valid driving licence
What’s on offer
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
- Paid sickness, parental and compassionate leave
- Time off for medical appointments
- Mental Health First Aiders and 24/7 helpline
How to apply
You apply directly with Devon County Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 24 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Devon County Council’s website.
