Planning Enforcement Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Council’s Planning Team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual, to carry out planning enforcement duties mainly relating to monitoring developments which have been granted planning permission, this will include site visits, inspections and investigating complaints from members of the public and Councillors.

In this role you will investigate and resolve breaches of planning control and unauthorised uses of land and buildings. You will monitor new developments and planning permissions to ensure compliance with conditions and obligations, reporting any breaches and instigating legal enforcement procedures.

You will report to the Enforcement Team Leader setting out issues, possible actions and outcomes through the writing of reports. You will also be required to attend Committee meetings, and present evidence at appeal hearings, public Inquiries and in Court proceedings, as and when required.

Educated to an A-Level standard or equivalent, you will have experience of regulatory processes and an understanding of planning legislation, legal proceedings and the role of the planning department. You will have experience of dealing with the public and will possess good communication, negotiation and persuasion skills. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

In return, the Council offers a range of benefits including:

• flexible working
• childcare scheme (in approved cases)
• training and development
• occupational health programme
• holiday and sickness scheme entitlements

If you are looking to work for an organisation that prioritises environmental sustainability, the Council has made a clear commitment to operate in a responsible and sustainable manner and has recently been awarded the silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme as well as coming 22nd (out of 164) on the latest national council climate scorecard.

For an informal discussion regarding the post please contact David Morren on 01353 665555.

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