Job Description
Operations Planning Officer
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Help plan and coordinate our Property & Environment services, monitor work and inspections, and work with residents, schools and community
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About Us:
\n Bridgnorth is an historic market town on the banks of the River Severn. The town currently has a population of 12,000 and acts as a centre for the rural area of eastern Shropshire.
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It has strong links with the nearby West Midlands conurbation and is a popular leisure destination. It is likely that there will be significant population growth in the wider area over the next decade.
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We are looking for a Operations Planning Officer to support the effective planning, co-ordination and monitoring of the Council’s Property & Environment operations and to promote positive community engagement with the Council’s environmental services.
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Some main duties of the role includes:
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- Prepare and maintain staff rotas, work schedules and forward work programmes, taking account of agreed service priorities, planned leave, training and operational requirements.
- Act as a central point for receiving and recording reported concerns, defects and service requests relating to Property & Environment services.
- Undertake regular inspections of Council-owned land, parks, open spaces, play areas, facilities and other assets in accordance with agreed inspection programmes
- Maintain the Property & Environment service training matrix, monitoring expiry and renewal dates and identifying forthcoming training requirements.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Council employees, Councillors, contractors, partner organisations and other stakeholders.
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The successful candidate will have the following:
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- Experience of coordinating workloads, schedules, activities, projects or operational services
- Experience of using IT systems to maintain records, schedules and work information.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills.
- Ability to coordinate a varied workload and respond effectively to changing priorities
- Full driving licence and ability to travel between Council sites
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Closing date: 5pm, Wednesday 28th October 2026.
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If you are Interested? We would love to hear from you, so please apply today!
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Vacancy: Operations Planning Officer
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Location: Bridgnorth
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Salary: SCP 11-14 | £29,071 - £30,515
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Hours: Permanent | 37 hours | Occasional evening and weekend working required
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Reference: AGS690
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Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Bridgnorth Town Council.
Operations Planning Officer in Bridgnorth employer: Bridgnorth Town Council
Bridgnorth Town Council offers a unique opportunity for apprentices to gain valuable experience in customer service, administration, and communications within a vibrant historic market town. With a commitment to employee growth through recognised qualifications and hands-on training, the Council fosters a supportive work culture that values community engagement and professional development. Working in Bridgnorth not only provides a chance to contribute to local governance but also allows you to be part of a growing community with strong connections to the West Midlands.
