The Planning Officer will join the
Planning Section, r
esponsible to a Senior Planning Officer, for the provision of a high quality, efficient and effective Planning Service in the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council area.
To provide support to the Senior Planning Officer in meeting all statutory requirements and ensuring effective performance management in the area of work assigned, whilst supporting training and development for staff within the team to meet the needs of the business and all customers in accordance with best practice standards and other performance indicators.
Responsible for the day to day management, leadership and development of Planning Assistants and any technical support staff in the area of work assigned through the provision of guidance and advice on relevant planning and technical issues.
SALARY:
PO1 (SCP £39,862 - £42,839
(subject to Job Evaluation Review)
plus 19% employer pension contribution.
LOCATION OF POST:
Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey
,
but may be required to work from any Council site within the Borough.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
Friday 3 October 2025, 12noon.
CONTRACT:
1 x permanent post, 37 hours per week. Hybrid and flexible working