Planning Officer - Maldon District Council
Maldon District Council
Temporary, Full Time
£35.00 per hour (umbrella)
Location: Maldon
Closing Date: 26th October 2026
Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Maldon District Council to recruit a Planning Officer on a three-month temporary basis. Please note that this role requires 2 days a week site attendance.
Role Purpose:
To provide a range of timely and effective guidance, ensuring compliance, good practice, risk management and enabling the Council to deliver for its customers.
- To support the planning team in delivering high-quality planning services that balance community, environmental, and regulatory considerations.
- The assessment and processing of planning applications, ensuring compliance with legislation, local policies, and national planning guidance.
- The preparation of reports, recommendations, and planning advice for internal and external stakeholders, including Members, developers, and the public.
- To support the development and delivery of planning strategies, policies, and projects that enable sustainable growth and positive community outcomes.
- To maintain accurate records and databases, ensuring information is up-to-date, accessible, and compliant with data protection requirements.
Key Accountabilities:
- The assessment and processing of planning applications, ensuring adherence to relevant legislation, policies, and guidance.
- Prepare reports, recommendations, and supporting documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including Members, developers, and the public.
- Support the implementation and development of local planning policies, strategies, and projects to deliver sustainable development outcomes.
- Maintain accurate records and planning databases, ensuring information is up-to-date, accessible, and compliant with data protection requirements.
- Contribute to consultations with internal teams, external agencies, and community stakeholders, providing advice and guidance as required.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, supporting initiatives to enhance efficiency, customer service, and compliance within the planning service.
- Develop professional knowledge and expertise in planning practice, legislation, and policy, applying learning to support effective decision-making.
- Provide professional support to more senior planners and contribute to collaborative team projects, including research, data analysis, and policy development
The Experience You Will Bring:
- An undergraduate degree in Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- Eligibility to work towards Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) or equivalent professional body.
- Understanding of the planning system, relevant legislation, and national and local planning policies.
- Awareness of sustainable development principles and their application in a local authority context.
- Knowledge of customer service standards and approaches in a public sector environment.
- Understanding of data protection and information management principles.
- Awareness of planning procedures, including consultations, enforcement, and community engagement.
- Familiarity with digital systems, GIS, and other IT tools used in planning service delivery is desirable.
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