Location:
Walsall
Pay:
£18.20 per hour PAYE
Hours:
37 hours per week
Contract:
Temporary
24 August to 24 November 2026
Hybrid:
Predominantly remote
onsite every Tuesday
IR35:
Inside IR35
Interview:
Microsoft Teams We are recruiting for a
Planning Technician
to join a busy Planning and Building Control team in Walsall on an initial three-month contract. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in
planning administration, planning application validation, Development Management support or Local Land Charges
who is looking for their next local authority opportunity. The position requires
one day per week onsite in Walsall, every Tuesday . ### The Role You will provide technical support to the Development Management service, with a particular focus on the
validation and registration of planning applications . Key responsibilities will include: Validating and registering planning applications Validating all categories of applications, including more complex major applications Checking planning applications against legislation, policy and guidance Reading and interpreting
architectural drawings, plans and technical reports Checking measurements and planning application fees Liaising with applicants and architects regarding incomplete or incorrect applications Processing statutory and public consultations Using planning systems and
GIS mapping software Maintaining accurate planning records Providing technical planning advice to customers and professionals Processing discharge of condition applications Supporting planning appeals Assisting with Local Land Charges searches Supporting the preparation and running of Planning Committee meetings Undertaking site visits where required The full specification also includes responsibility for assessing planning constraints, consultation requirements and whether other approvals or permits may be required. ### About You We are looking for someone who has: Knowledge or experience of
Planning and/or Local Land Charges
Awareness of relevant planning legislation Ability to read, interpret and measure from technical plans and drawings Good IT skills Experience working with databases and ideally GIS systems Strong attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your own workload Confidence dealing with applicants, professionals and members of the public Applicants should ideally hold
NVQ Level 3, A Levels or equivalent , although relevant experience within
Planning or Local Land Charges
can be accepted instead. ### Working Arrangements The role is predominantly remote with
one day per week in Walsall on Tuesdays . There may occasionally be a requirement to provide out-of-hours support at Planning Committee meetings.
£18\.20 PAYE \| 37 hours \| Inside IR35 \| 3\-month contract
If you have experience as a
Planning Technician, Planning Support Officer, Planning Validation Officer or Development Management Technician , please apply with your latest CV.
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Planning Technician in Birmingham employer: Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Lynx Employment Services Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. With a hybrid working model in Northampton, employees benefit from flexibility while engaging in meaningful projects that impact the public sector. The company prioritises employee development, providing opportunities for continuous learning and advancement within a dynamic legal environment.
Contact Details:
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