Overview
Senior Enforcement Officer (Planning) – temporary role within the Planning & Development Team.
Location: LE67 • Rate: £35.76 per hour • Contract: Temporary, until December 2025
Responsibilities
* Investigate alleged breaches of planning control, including monitoring planning conditions and unauthorised developments.
* Undertake site inspections and monitoring visits to assess compliance with legislation.
* Write reports, draft formal notices, and maintain accurate records.
* Take appropriate enforcement action against those failing to comply with planning legislation.
* Represent the authority at enforcement appeals, public inquiries and in court as required.
* Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues and stakeholders.
* Support the monitoring and compliance of Section 106 agreements.
* Offer day-to-day supervision and leadership to the planning enforcement team.
Requirements
* Previous experience in enforcement, planning enforcement, or determining planning applications.
* Strong knowledge of planning and enforcement legislation.
* Proven experience of inspections, investigations, and taking enforcement action.
* Excellent report writing skills.
* Full UK driving licence.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced enforcement professional to take on a senior role within a busy local authority team.
To apply or find out more, please contact George Westhead at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
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