ROLE PURPOSE - The processing of planning applications - The provision of general planning advice - The processing of planning appeals - Development of planning policy and associated documents Responsibilities - To ensure compliance with your responsibilities as laid out in the council's health and safety policy and take an active role in promoting a positive health and safety culture. - Investigation of cases of contraventions of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, the Planning & Compulsory Purchase Act 2004, The Planning Act 2008 and associated legislation and the planning of recommendations relating to resolution/action. - Participating in the pro active resolution of breaches of planning control, including the utilisation of planning and related legislation to secure timel, cost effective resolutions. - Appraisal of the technical aspects of the planning appeals and preparation and presentation of appeal statements to include a site visit, research into the planning history of the site, and analysis and explanation of strategic and local planning policies. - Assistance in the registration of new planning applications involving the checking of planning fees and permitted development. Requirements - Experience in planning policy, planning enforcement or development All management is essential for al' roles H6 and above - Experience working in councils or housing associations - Knowledge of current Town and Country planning, practice, Procedures and legislation, in one or more areas; within planning, enforcement, policy or development control. - Physically able to undertake site visits out of office and to inspect developed and underdeveloped sites safely. - Full UK Drivers Licence Contract - Initial 3 to 6 month ongoing with the opportunity to extend - Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Hybrid - mix of home and office/onsite client premises - PAYE via Umbella If you are interested in this position AND meet the requirements, APPLY NOW