Development Management Team Lead

Bassetlaw District Council; Worksop; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Bassetlaw District Council in Worksop is seeking an experienced Development Management Team Leader to guide a team of Planning Officers and ensure high-quality decisions across a diverse range of applications.

Reporting to the Planning Development Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operation of the Development Management service, drive performance, and support growth, regeneration and sustainable outcomes for the district.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Development Management.
• Solid knowledge of planning legislation, policy and practice.
• Experience managing complex planning applications and presenting to Planning Committee.
• Strong communication, decision-making and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the Development Management team.
• Allocate and oversee work, ensuring quality decisions and performance standards.
• Act as the Council's lead officer at Planning Committee, appeals and inquiries.
• Assess complex planning applications and support planning enforcement activity.
• Drive service improvement, customer satisfaction and income generation opportunities.
• Help shape the future direction and success of the Planning Service.

Skills

Development Management experience

Planning policy knowledge

Leadership / people management

Communication skills

Education

Relevant planning qualification / degree

Job description

Bassetlaw District Council in Worksop is seeking an experienced Development Management Team Leader to guide a team of Planning Officers and ensure high-quality decisions across a diverse range of applications.

Reporting to the Planning Development Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operation of the Development Management service, drive performance, and support growth, regeneration and sustainable outcomes for the district.