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PLANNING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
1 x full time (37 hours per week)
Salary: £27,410 to £34,116 (career graded) 3 to 4 (dependent upon experience & qualifications)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Planning Enforcement Team as a Planning Enforcement Officer. This post involves the investigation, monitoring, and enforcement of unauthorised development in the district, to maintain the integrity of planning policies of the Council and to protect the community's interests.
The role wide consists of a wide and varied range of development issues and deal primarily with enforcement actions under the Planning & Listed Building Acts. The Enforcement officer role is an essential part of delivering and supporting the planning service.
You will be a conscientious and analytical person who will be responsible for your own case load, which involves site visits, collaborative working with other officers and you will be responsible for a diverse workload, for which organisational and communication skills are essential.
A full driving licence and use of a car for work purposes is required, for which an essential user allowance will be payable.
For more information on the position, the essential requirements and what it delivers please see the role profile.
Please make sure you submit a supporting statement or cover letter that shows how you meet the essential criteria for the position.
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working options, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and more.
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The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to better reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Many of our staff also work flexibly in diverse ways for example both part-time, compressed hours and everything in between; please talk to us about the flexibility you need to do this role.
For a full discussion about this post please contact Sean Baldock, on or by email to
Closing date for receipt of applications is by 5pm on Friday the 10th of October 2025 and interviews are likely to be held on the week commencing 20th of October 2025.
The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are Disability Confident and have a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment.