Impactful Planning Officer (Hybrid, Temporary)

Honeycomb

Donaghadee

Hybrid

GBP 40,246,000 - 57,321,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Honeycomb are pleased to partner with a large public sector organisation to recruit 2X Planning Officers (Grade SO1) on a full-time temporary basis. Hybrid working after training and sign off by manager.

The role supports delivery of the Council's planning service, including development management, enforcement, policy and place-making. You will validate and process planning applications, inspect sites, prepare reports, and contribute to planning appeals, with exposure to a broad range of

Qualifications

Experience preparing and presenting planning application reports covering development management and enforcement matters.
Knowledge and understanding of Northern Ireland planning legislation and policy.

Responsibilities

Validating and processing planning applications under the direction of a Senior Officer.
Carrying out site inspections and attending site meetings, preparing reports and providing professional planning recommendations.
Supporting the preparation of documentation for planning appeals and public inquiries.
Monitoring planning decisions and investigating potential breaches of planning control.
Gathering and recording evidence, including interviewing relevant parties, taking statements, photographing and surveying sites, preparing reports, serving enforcement notices and appearing as a witness at court or enforcement appeals where required.
Contributing to development plans, enhancement strategies and regeneration initiatives relating to conservation areas, town centres and selected settlements.
Undertaking research and preparing reports to support planning policy and development management.
Responding professionally to enquiries from members of the public by telephone, correspondence and face-to-face.
Using relevant IT systems, including Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
Carrying out other duties appropriate to the level and general nature of the position.