Job Description Making decisions and providing professional advice on planning applications and other Development Management matters in accordance with agreed objectives. Requirements Determining Planning Applications. Determining whether planning permission is required. Responding to preliminary enquiries about the likelihood of planning consent for proposals. Preparing planning appeal submissions on behalf of The Council. Carrying out enforcement duties as required, assist Enforcement Officer. Contributing to the effectiveness of the service. The Individual Development Management experience including processing and determining planning applications Degree/Diploma in Planning or related subject Effective communication, presentation and negotiating skills High level of personal initiative and ability to work with the minimum of supervision Effective analytical and evaluative abilities and clear thinking Experience of Microsoft Office including software packages such as Excel and Word Strong customer care skills and focus Self-confidence Self-motivated Ability to interpret planning legislation and planning policies. Able to multitask A commitment to deliver quality services to agreed standards Research capabilities You will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Moray to meet the operational requirements of the Service. Due to the rural nature of Moray this is normally undertaken by use of a car/van. Ability to form productive and enabling working relationships Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines Ability to deal sensitively and tactfully with people who may not agree with decisions made Willing to accept direction/ delegation Appreciation, acceptance and commitment to the importance of confidentiality Ability to make site visits when required including accessing restricted spaces Ability to work in an open plan office. Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs and demands of the service Ability to work in different offices dependent on service requirements Physically able to access buildings, walk over rough ground to sites. Fixed term post for 1 year. Closing date: 20 June 2025. Starting Salary: £33,439.90 £17.74 per hour. Interviews to take place after 23 June 2025 For further information, please contact Neal MacPherson, Acting Building Standards and Development Manager, Neal.Macpherson@moray.gov.uk.