Planning and Building Technician, Preston
Lancaster City Council is pleased to offer a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, confident, and self-motivated individual to join our Development Management Team as a Planning and Building Technician.
The successful candidate will be a good communicator, capable of working to deadlines, and able to respond effectively to fluctuations in workload. They will assist with the initial processing of Planning and Building Regulations applications, operate the Council’s Electronic Document Management and back-office computer systems, and advise members of the public on Planning and Building Control matters, along with other general administrative duties.
Previous experience is not necessary; however, the candidate should demonstrate good organisational skills, a willingness to learn about all aspects of the planning system, and excellent customer service skills.
This is a permanent position, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based at Lancaster Town Hall.
Flexible working is supported, including hybrid working, a generous flexi-time scheme, and opportunities to establish working hours that promote a healthy work-life balance.
About You
You should align with our organisational values of Pride, Ownership, Working Together, and Ambition.
Benefits include:
* Generous annual leave allowance
* A range of employee benefits such as discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, options to purchase extra time off, and discounts on days out, activities, and retail.
As a climate emergency declared organization, Lancaster City Council works towards reducing carbon emissions to net-zero by 2030. You will be expected to participate in initiatives to reduce both carbon emissions and the impacts of climate change.
We are an Investor in People, Forces Friendly employer, and an Armed Forces Covenant organization. We welcome applications from defence reserves and members of our armed forces community. We are committed to inclusivity and diversity, fostering a supportive environment with networks and initiatives to ensure all employees can bring their whole selves to work.
We are also a disability confident employer.
Please note that due to the volume of applications, we are unable to update all applicants individually. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, your application has been unsuccessful.
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