Are you passionate about making a positive and lasting difference to theplaces where people live? Want to ensure that everyone plays by thesame rules and hold developers to account? If so, join our Planning Teamand make a real difference.
This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Planning Enforcement Officer within a dynamic and enthusiastic team. Together we are responsible for managing the use and development of land and buildings across a largely urban area surrounded by countryside and Green Belt. A central part of this is ensuring that planning rules are enforced and this is where you come in.
You will investigate complaints and alleged breaches of planning control, including site inspections, visits, undertaking observation and conducting interviews.A part of the role is also monitoring development sites to ensure that open space and highway improvements are provided and that financial contributions for schools and other infrastructure have been paid. You will also give advice to alleged offenders and complainants on planning and enforcement procedure, including progress on complaints in line with policies and protocols.
You will be supported by the Senior Planning Enforcement Officer and Planning Manager together with regular 1-to-1 meetings, full support in a friendly team and an appraisal of formal training needs.
We are looking for someone who is positive and enthusiastic with excellent skills in negotiation, conflict resolution, problem solving and communication. You will be able to deal with emotive situations and have a creative and solution focused approach to resolving issues.
Applicants should have experience in a Planning Enforcement role, have a knowledge of Planning legislation, have experience of using computer packages, ability to read plans, ability to work to deadlines and organising their own work. You must be able to write clearly, concisely and accurately and have achieved Qualifications equivalent to Level 2 on the national skills framework in English and Maths. You should also have or willing to achieve the Ivy Legal Certificate in Planning or equivalent.
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council is a small Council with big values. We are committed to ensuring our services are delivered to the highest possible standard and we put the customer at the forefront of everything we do. By working for us you will become part of the team and will play your part in serving our community.
As an employer, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council offers a wide range of benefits, including:
* Flexible working Hybrid working from home and the office Learning and development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme Generous holiday allowance Childcare vouchers Independent support for your health and wellbeing
This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.
Please note that all applications must be received on an online application form. We do not accept CV's and do not keep CV's on file unless part of an application.
Any communication with you will be via email, so please check your email, including spam/junk folders, and WMJobs account on a regular basis after submitting your application.
For an informal discussion or further information about the role, please email Claire Hill, Planning Manager at claire.hill@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk.
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