At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic planning for infrastructure to support community growth in Woking.
- Company: Join a supportive and friendly team dedicated to shaping thriving communities.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Ideal for motivated individuals looking to grow in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of Woking through innovative infrastructure planning.
- Qualifications: Degree in Town Planning or related field with significant experience in infrastructure planning.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced planning professional with a passion for shaping places and delivering infrastructure that supports thriving communities? We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Principal Planning Infrastructure Officer to join our Planning Policy team and play a lead role in delivering Woking's future growth agenda.
Responsibilities
- Lead on the strategic planning and coordination of infrastructure required to support development across the borough.
- Manage and develop the Infrastructure Delivery Plan (IDP), working with internal and external stakeholders and service providers to ensure infrastructure needs are identified and delivered in a coordinated way.
- Build productive relationships with infrastructure providers and strategic partners.
- Provide expert advice on planning obligations, developer contributions and infrastructure funding mechanisms.
- Prepare reports, evidence and briefings for Members and senior officers.
- Lead on preparing a new CIL charging schedule and manage and oversee CIL casework, including managing the Planning Benefits Officer.
Qualifications
- Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
- Membership of, or eligibility for membership of, the Royal Town Planning Institute.
- Significant experience in infrastructure planning and planning policy.
- Excellent project management and partnership working skills.
- Strong written and presentation abilities.
Benefits
- Supportive and friendly team.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Opportunities for professional development.
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.
Principle Planning Infrastructure Officer employer: Woking Borough Council
Join a supportive and friendly team in Woking, where your expertise as a Principal Planning Infrastructure Officer will directly contribute to shaping thriving communities. With flexible working arrangements and ample opportunities for professional development, this role offers a meaningful chance to influence the future growth agenda of the borough while collaborating with key stakeholders and infrastructure providers.
