Overview
Our Strategic Planning Service undertakes exciting projects such as preparing the local plan and minerals and waste plans, determining planning applications for minerals and waste developments, supporting communities to produce neighbourhood plans, and measuring the performance of our development plans.
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic planning professional to support the Service in delivering its development management functions relating to minerals and waste development.
Responsibilities
* Support the Service in delivering its development management functions relating to minerals and waste development.
* Work on a range of planning applications related to mines and quarries, landfill and other waste facilities.
* Provide sound and timely advice on Plan Policies and development proposals, including pre‑application submissions and EIA screening and scoping opinions.
* Be involved in ongoing activities associated with the development, restoration and review of sites.
Qualifications
* Experienced planning professional with enthusiasm for the role.
* Strong background in minerals and waste planning.
Benefits
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work with a "One Council" ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.
Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community‑based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer‑facing roles work entirely from their service location.
EEO and Diversity
We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.
Job Info
* Job Identification 7458
* Posting Date 06/02/2026, 04:14 PM
* Working Pattern Permanent Full time
* Job Areas Housing, Highways & Transport
* Locations County Hall, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8JN, GB
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