Planning Assistant

VanRath; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A large public sector organization in Lisburn is seeking a Planning Assistant on a temporary full-time basis. The role involves processing planning applications, providing professional advice, and participating in public inquiries. Ideal candidates will have a relevant third-level qualification and at least two years of experience in a planning environment. Competitive pay at £18.26 per hour and a supportive workplace culture are offered.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years' post qualification experience in a Planning Environment.
• Current membership or eligibility for membership of a recognized planning body.

Responsibilities

• Process planning applications and enforce planning control.
• Research and draft policy documents.
• Provide professional advice to senior management on planning matters.

Skills

Planning knowledge

Customer communication

Research skills

Education

Third level qualification in Planning or related field

Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute or equivalent

Job description

Vanrath are pleased to be recruiting for a Planning Assistant on behalf of a large public sector body in Lisburn on a temporary basis.

What's in it for you?

• Full time Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm
• Temporary
• £18.26ph

About your next employer
Manage and process planning applications, enforcement of planning control, preparation of development plans, policy and other related professional technical duties necessary for the effective and efficient running of the planning function.

What you'll do

Service Delivery

• Processing planning applications and enforcement cases and the preparation of development plans, policy and other related professional and technical duties linked to the operation of the planning function.
• Dealing face to face, by correspondence, telephone and electronic communication with enquiries from the public, elected representatives etc.
• Organising and undertaking site visits. Giving professional and technical advice to customers, agents, members of the general public and at other meetings as required.
• Researching and drafting policy documents.
• Providing professional advice to senior management in the preparation of plans, enhancements strategies, proposals for conservation areas, town centres and other settlements. Research and survey work, analysis and report writing in relation to statutory and non-statutory planning studies.

Partnership Working and Communication

• Preparation of evidence for and attending Appeals, Public Inquiries and Court Hearings as required.
• Using the Planning units IT systems and software to seek, organise, evaluate and communicate information effectively.
• Participate in training and continuous professional development to meet the needs of the Planning Service so that customer satisfaction targets are met.
• Ensure compliance with Council policies and procedures and operate within the highest standards of management and personal behaviour, which reflect the core values and behaviours of the organisation.
• Promote equality of opportunity and access in service delivery and in the employment of staff through the mainstreaming of equality within the Council.

About you

It is essential that applicants have a minimum of:

QUALIFICATIONS

- A third level qualification (for example, an HNC, HND, NVQ Level 4, Degree) or equivalent, in a recognised planning qualification, e.g. Planning, Environmental Science, Geography, Architecture, Urban Regeneration

- Current membership or be eligible for membership of the Royal Town Planning or equivalent body for example the Irish Planning Institute or RICS (Planning & Development).

EXPERIENCE

- A minimum of two years' post qualification experience working in a Planning Environment.

IND04

To apply today contact Leanne Garrett in the strictest confidence.