I am working closely with a local authority client of mine in the South West, we are assisting in their recruitment for a temporary Technical Support Officer/Validations Officer (Town Planning) on a 3-month initial contract. As a result of the increasing workload across the planning department, an opportunity has opened up for an enthusiastic and reliable person to join the team in the capacity of a technical support officer. The role will require you to manage incoming telephone enquiries from the public, responding to emails and managing the team inbox; in addition, you will also aid in supporting the building control administration function and assist with duties such as planning validations. The role is being offered on a hybrid basis, with office presence required on a fortnightly, to monthly basis. A Planning degree or previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential. Experience using the software UNIFROM and previous experience in the Town Planning Sector is essential. Please do get in touch at your earliest convenience to discuss. Further details and a full job description are available upon request. Carrington West Pay Rate - £25ph (Negotiable depending on experience) Job Ref - 63344 Please call Cameron de Wit on 02393 876014 for a confidential discussion on this role, or email the below to highlight your interest: cameron.dewit@carringtonwest.com planning@carringtonwest.com Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.