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Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council,
Are you ready for a new challenge? If so, this could be for you as we have opportunities to work as a Planning Officer at Dudley MBC within either Planning Enforcement or Planning Policy.
Dudley is considered the historic capital of the Black Country. An area with a rich heritage, located in close proximity to many towns and cities as well as extensive greenbelt, making it the perfect place to work and live. Dudley is currently undergoing a period of growth, which will continue with the extension of the Midland Metro and is in the process of preparing a new plan. The positions offer an ideal career opportunity to gain valuable experience working in an urban authority.
We are looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals who have excellent negotiation and communication skills as well as a flair for problem solving. You should also have an RTPI accredited degree or a degree in a related subject and be working towards, or eligible for, licentiate or full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute as well as experience of working within a busy planning environment either within the public or private sector.
More specifically:
Planning Enforcement
Working within the Planning Enforcement team, you will be responsible for investigating, gathering and recording information accurately in order to assess and take appropriate action against a wide range of alleged planning breaches. You will also provide advice on all aspects of planning enforcement to officers, Councillors, developers, site owners and relevant community groups.
The ideal candidate will have experience of managing an enforcement caseload and taking enforcement action. The team has a strong track record of enforcement as we recognise that it underpins the work of the entire service and provides confidence to customers.
Planning Policy
Working within the planning policy team, you will play an important role in the preparation of the Local Plan and other policy documents, including research, policy formulation and participation in consultation events and independent examinations. The team is currently working on the Dudley Local Plan which will shortly undergo an Examination in Public. This will be a fantastic opportunity for you to be involved in setting the strategy for growth and the policies that will serve the area for the next 15+ years. You will also be involved in the preparation of supplementary planning documents, masterplans and development briefs. You will provide advice on planning policy issues to a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders - including elected members, developers and government agencies. You should have experience of working within a planning policy environment.
Hours: 37 per week
Salary: £37,938-£40,476 (*pay award pending)
Contract: Full Time Permanent
Location: Hybrid working – from home and office: Council House, Priory Road, Dudley
Benefits we offer:
Planning Services operate an agile working environment and offers flexible working time with the ability to accrue flexi-time leave.
Leave entitlement of 30 days, rising by a 4 further days after 5 years continuous service.
Season tickets for car parking facilities are provided along with mileage allowance.
The service offers a supportive environment with the ability to experience a wide variety of work streams and application types within an experienced and diverse team. Continued professional development is a strong part of the planning services ethos and is actively encouraged.
For further information please contact
Planning Enforcement role – Peter Reed on 01384 8164001 or via email Peter.Reed@dudley.gov.uk
Planning Policy role – Kaliegh Lowe, on 01384 814172 or via email: Kaliegh.lowe@dudley.gov.uk
Within your application, please specify which role you wish to be considered for and confirm if you have a drivers license and access to a car.
Interviews likely to be held week commencing 1st September 2025
So that we can demonstrate Dudley’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and to improve bias in the recruitment process that could create barriers for candidates. Your personal data will be anonymised when you apply, to ensure that you comply with our anonymisation process, please ensure you have removed your name and date of birth from any attachments prior to uploading them to your application.
Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.
If you require support completing an online or paper application form and or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or acl@dudley.gov.uk who can support with Digital Skills and Job Applications.
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk
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If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk
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N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications
Attached documents
Planning Officer Job Description - Feb 22.doc
Planning Officer Person Specification - Feb 22 HB.doc
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