Town Planner (Minerals & Waste – Development Management / Enforcement)
Hours: 37 per week | Full time | Flexible working
A County Council planning service is seeking an experienced Agency Town Planner to support a busy Minerals and Waste team. The role covers Development Management, Enforcement, site monitoring, and policy work, with a varied and fast-paced caseload.
Key Duties
* Manage minerals and waste planning applications and provide pre-application advice
* Undertake planning enforcement investigations and site visits
* Carry out regular site monitoring of minerals and waste operations
* Prepare reports, committee papers, and appeal statements
* Support planning appeals, hearings, and inquiries where required
* Contribute to Minerals and Waste Local Plan work and policy development
* Liaise with operators, consultants, statutory bodies, and elected members
Working Pattern
* Hybrid role with approx. 1 day per week in office (flexible)
* Regular site visits required
* Full-time 37 hours per week
Requirements
* Experience in development management and/or planning enforcement
* Knowledge of minerals and/or waste planning (highly desirable)
* Strong understanding of UK planning law and procedures
* Ability to manage caseloads and produce clear planning reports
* RTPI-accredited degree or equivalent planning qualification
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
* Eligibility: applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and undergo required checks to access the site.
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