Full Time, Permanent
We are looking for an energetic, forward‑thinking and enthusiastic planning enforcement leader to provide clear direction and confidence to our Planning Enforcement function. You will report directly to the Chief Planner and be part of our senior team leading across the various planning services, strengthening and developing our enforcement function into a highly efficient, confident and well‑performing service that ensures planning breaches are swiftly resolved in line with our Local Enforcement Plan.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage resources to make optimal use of limited capacity and manage budgets to achieve outcomes and meet performance targets.
* Champion great customer service delivery, continuous improvement and innovation to ensure ways of working are effective in delivering the desired results and as efficient as possible.
* Guide and manage senior enforcement officers, nurture inclusion and diversity; encourage and support all members of the team in their professional development.
* Provide technical guidance and support to members, stakeholders, the public and colleagues.
* Collaborate with peers within the wider planning service and across the organisation as relevant ensuring seamless service provision.
* Lead the timely production of relevant monitoring information and improvement of planning data systems.
About You
* Proven experience in a planning department with a track record of enforcement delivery.
* Strong understanding of planning enforcement and allied legislation, including enthusiasm to embrace the local enforcement plan and taking a robust and proactive enforcement approach.
* Committed to creating a positive team environment and supporting team members to be the best they can be.
* Ability to work autonomously, manage and prioritise busy workload demands.
* Enthusiastic about innovation and continuous service improvement.
* Skilled communicator, with extensive advocacy and negotiation experience to achieve successful outcomes on complex projects.
Employment Rights
We are a Disability Confident employer. Both disabled and non‑disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview. We welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community; appointments are made on merit.
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