Enforcement Officer (Planning).
Helmsley, North Yorkshire.
The North York Moors National Park Authority looks after and promotes one of the most beautiful parts of the British Isles. Filled with breath-taking scenery, magnificent wildlife, picture book villages and a dramatic coastline, the North York Moors boasts some of the most diverse landscapes in the UK.

We are now looking for a Planning Enforcement Officer to join us, preferably on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Benefits

- Salary of £32,597 - £35,412
- 25 days’ annual leave rising annually by one day to 30 days after five years’ service, plus public holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring planning professional ideally with development management experience and an understanding of planning law to join our respected organisation.
You’ll discover a varied and rewarding role with the chance to play a key role in protecting one of the UK’s most treasured landscapes.

What’s more, you be enabled to grow your skill-set and planning sector experience, supporting your career growth and ensuring you continue to build a bright professional future.
So, if you want to take on a role that combines technical expertise with meaningful environmental impact, read on and apply today!

The Role

As an Enforcement Officer, you will help deliver our Planning Enforcement Service by investigating and managing breaches of planning control across the North York Moors National Park.

Specifically, you will manage your own enforcement caseload, visiting sites across the Park as needed to monitor compliance with planning conditions and investigate complaints about unauthorised developments.

Working to resolve planning breaches in housing and other construction developments, you will support legal processes, contributing to planning appeals and preparing documentation for court cases as required.

Additionally, you will:

- Deal with compliance issues arising from planning applications and legal notices
- Assist with planning and listed building consent applications
- Write reports and recommendations for presentation to the Planning Committee where necessary
- Liaise with external organisations on planning issues
- Help to prepare cases for enforcement hearings, inquiries and courts

About You

To be considered as an Enforcement Officer, you will need:

- Experience in development management
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant planning law
- Good interpersonal skills with a wide range of people
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write clear committee reports and strong presentation skills
- The ability to negotiate effectively
- A good level of IT literacy
- A full, valid driving licence

The closing date for this role is midnight on 6 July 2025.

Other organisations may call this role Planning Enforcement Officer, Development Control Officer, Planning Officer, Planner, Development Planner, Countryside Planning Officer, or Planning Compliance Officer.

Webrecruit and North York Moors National Park Authority are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
So, if you want to join North York Moors National Park Authority as an Enforcement Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Countryside Worker Apprentice
Based in Helmsley, North Yorkshire

The North York Moors National Park Authority looks after and promotes one of the most beautiful parts of the British Isles. Filled with breathtaking scenery, magnificent wildlife, picture book villages and a dramatic coastline, the North York Moors boasts some of the most diverse landscapes in the UK.

We are now looking for a Countryside Worker Apprentice to join us on a full-time basis, for a two-year apprenticeship.

The Benefits

- Training allowance of £14,565 per annum, plus an annual apprentice supplement of £1,443 and travel allowance of £360 (first year only - your pay will increase to the minimum wage for your age in your second year)

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for the outdoors and a willingness to learn practical conservation skills to join our dedicated and environmentally focused organisation.

With a recognised qualification, expert training, and the chance to work in one of Britain’s most breathtaking environments, this role will support you to build a rewarding career in countryside management while making a visible, lasting impact on the natural world.

So, if you’re eager to learn, love nature, and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

The Role

As a Countryside Worker Apprentice, you’ll get stuck into real conservation work while learning on the job and working towards a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification.

Based across the stunning landscapes of the North York Moors, you’ll join our friendly countryside team to learn how we care for nature and keep the Park’s trails, paths, and public spaces in great shape. From repairing footpaths to helping with wildlife surveys, every day will bring something new.

You’ll gain practical skills that will kickstart your career in the great outdoors and springboard you into a profession to be proud of, all while helping to protect one of the UK’s most beautiful National Parks.

Additionally, you’ll have the chance to:

- Learn how to build and fix countryside features like bridges, stiles, gates, and signs
- Chat with visitors and community groups to share what we do and why it matters
- Visit local schools to talk about apprenticeships and inspire others to get involved

About You

To join us as a Countryside Worker Apprentice, you will need:

- The willingness to train and study for an Environmental Conservation qualification
- A strong interest in learning practical conservation and field skills

The closing date for this role is midnight on Sunday 27th July 2025.
Interviews are anticipated to be held on Tuesday 5th August 2025.

Webrecruit and North York Moors National Park Authority are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you’re ready to begin your outdoor career in one of the UK’s most stunning national parks as a Countryside Worker Apprentice, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.