Enforcement Officer (Licensing and Planning)

Brentwood Borough Council; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Brentwood Borough Council is seeking an Enforcement Officer (Licensing and Planning) to enforce planning regulations and ensure compliance with licensing laws. This role involves investigating complaints, conducting checks, and preparing reports. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and IT proficiency, along with a full driving license.

Benefits

Flexible working hours (flexitime scheme)

Generous leave entitlement

Occupational pension scheme

Job security

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Methodical and conscientious approach required.
• Strong communication skills for public engagement.
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing planning regulations and investigating breaches.
• Conducting spot checks and preparing reports.
• Ensuring compliance with the Licensing Act 2003.

Skills

IT proficiency

Communication

Job description

Job Title: Enforcement Officer (Licensing and Planning)

We are seeking to appoint an Enforcement Officer (Licensing and Planning) within the Chief Executive’s directorate. The main responsibilities include:

1. Enforcing planning regulations and investigating breaches of planning permissions.
2. Investigating complaints and conducting spot checks.
3. Preparing reports based on findings and issuing notifications to relevant parties when necessary.
4. Ensuring that premises and businesses in the Ribble Valley comply with the Licensing Act 2003.

Candidates should be proficient in IT, have a methodical and conscientious approach, and possess strong communication skills for engaging with the public both in person and in writing. A full driving license and access to a vehicle are required.

If you wish to discuss this role informally, please contact Mair Hill (Head of Legal and Democratic Services) at 01200 425111.

We offer a range of benefits including flexible working hours (flexitime scheme), generous leave entitlement, an occupational pension scheme, job security, and opportunities for training and development.

Closing date: Monday 9 June 2025

To apply, please click the Apply Now link below.