Planning Assistant / Planning Officer (2 job roles available)

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Wales; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local national park authority seeks a Planning Assistant / Planning Officer to manage planning applications and provide advice to the public. Ideal candidates will have a relevant qualification or experience in a planning department, complemented by strong communication skills and IT proficiency. Join a passionate team committed to sustainable development in a stunning natural environment.

Qualifications

• A qualification in planning or a related subject (HND or degree level) is preferred.
• Experience working in a planning department (public or private sector) is beneficial.
• Proficiency with IT and GIS software is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of planning applications, from householder proposals to minor developments.
• Provide clear, impartial advice to applicants and the public.
• Promote sustainable principles across the National Park.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proactive, customer-focused approach

Ability to interpret plans and apply policy

IT and GIS proficiency

Full driving licence

Education

Qualification in planning or a related subject (HND or degree level)

Experience working in a planning department

Job description

Overview

Planning Assistant / Planning Officer (2 job roles available)
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority
Full-time
Salary: Scale 5 - £29,572 - £31,067

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in one of the UK’s most stunning protected landscapes? Whether you're just starting out in planning or looking to take the next step in your career, this is your chance to help shape sustainable development in a protected and cherished environment.

What You’ll Do

Depending on your experience, you’ll:

• Manage a caseload of planning applications, from householder proposals to minor developments, agricultural development, and associated appeals
• Provide clear, impartial advice to applicants and the public
• Promote sustainable principles across the National Park
• Promote excellence in design

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll bring either:

• A qualification in planning or a related subject (HND or degree level)
• OR
• Experience working in a planning department (public or private sector)

Plus, you’ll have:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, customer-focused approach
• The ability to interpret plans and apply policy with sound judgment
• IT and GIS proficiency
• A full driving licence

RTPI membership (or working towards it) is a big plus

Why Join Us?

At Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority, we’re not just about protecting landscapes, we’re about building communities, supporting sustainable growth, and fostering innovation in planning. You’ll be part of a friendly, forward-thinking team that values collaboration, integrity, and the unique character of our coastal environment.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality of opportunity. Welsh language skills would be a real advantage, and we support staff in developing them.

Ready to help shape the future of one of Wales’s most iconic regions? Apply now and bring your planning passion to the Pembrokeshire Coast.

Closing Date: 19/10/2025

Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority reserves the right to close this vacancy early.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

We pledge to improve the diversity of our workforce and therefore guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential job criteria and opt to apply via our Disability Confident Employers Scheme.

Not the right job opportunity for you? Make sure to check our website for a wide range of varied and interesting volunteering opportunities across the park.

Welsh language version

Cynorthwyydd Cynllunio / Swyddog Cynllunio (2 swydd ar gael)
Awdurdod Parc Cenedlaethol Arfordir Penfro
Llawn amser
Cyflog: Graddfa 5 - £29,572 - £31,067

Ydych chi'n barod i wneud argraff ystyrlon yn un o dirweddau gwarchodedig mwyaf trawiadol y DU? P'un a ydych chi newydd ddechrau ym maes cynllunio neu'n edrych i gymryd y cam nesaf yn eich gyrfa, dyma'ch cyfle i helpu i lunio datblygu cynaliadwy mewn amgylchedd gwarchodedig a thrysoredig.

Beth Fyddwch Chi'n ei Wneud

Yn dibynnu ar eich profiad, byddwch chi'n:

• Rheoli llwyth achosion o geisiadau cynllunio, o gynigion gan berchnogion tai i ddatblygiadau bach, datblygiad amaethyddol, ac apeliadau cysylltiedig
• Darparu cyngor clir a diduedd i ymgeiswyr a'r cyhoedd
• Hyrwyddo egwyddorion cynaliadwy ar draws y Parc Cenedlaethol
• Hyrwyddo rhagoriaeth mewn dylunio

Pwy Rydym yn Chwilio Amdano

Byddwch yn dod â naill ai:

• Cymhwyster mewn cynllunio neu bwnc cysylltiedig (lefel HND neu radd)
• NEU
• Profiad o weithio mewn adran gynllunio (sector cyhoeddus neu breifat)

Hefyd, bydd gennych:

• Sgiliau cyfathrebu ysgrifenedig a llafar cryf
• Dull rhagweithiol, sy\'n canolbwyntio ar y cwsmer
• Y gallu i ddehongli cynlluniau a chymhwyso polisi gyda barn gadarn
• Hyfedredd TG a GIS
• Trwydded yrru lawn

Mae aelodaeth o RTPI (neu weithio tuag ato) yn fantais fawr

Pam Ymuno â Ni?

Yn Awdurdod Parc Cenedlaethol Arfordir Penfro, nid dim ond diogelu tirweddau yr ydym yn ei wneud, rydym yn ymwneud ag adeiladu cymunedau, cefnogi twf cynaliadwy, a meithrin arloesedd mewn cynllunio. Byddwch yn rhan o dîm cyfeillgar, sy\'n meddwl ymlaen ac sy\'n gwerthfawrogi cydweithio, uniondeb, a chymeriad unigryw ein hamgylchedd arfordirol.

Rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau o bob cefndir ac wedi ymrwymo i gyfle cyfartal. Byddai sgiliau iaith Gymraeg yn fantais gwirioneddol, ac rydym yn cefnogi staff i'w datblygu.

Yn barod i helpu i lunio dyfodol un o ranbarthau mwyaf eiconig Cymru? Gwnewch gais nawr a dewch â'ch angerdd dros gynllunio i Arfordir Penfro.

Dyddiad Cau: 19/10/2025

Mae Awdurdod Parc Cenedlaethol Arfordir Penfro yn cadw\'r hawl i gau\'r swydd wag hon yn gynnar.

Rydym wedi ymrwymo i gyfle cyfartal i bob aelod o staff ac anogir ceisiadau gan unigolion waeth beth fo\'u hoedran, anabledd, rhyw, ailbennu rhywiwedd, cyfeiriadedd rhywiol, beichiogrwydd a mamolaeth, hil, crefydd neu gred a phriodas a phartneriaethau sifil.

Rydym yn addo gwella amrywiaeth ein gweithlu ac felly'n gwarantu cyfweliad i ymgeiswyr anabl sy\'n bodloni\'r meini prawf swydd hanfodol ac yn dewis gwneud cais drwy ein Cynllun Cyflogwyr Hyderus o ran Anabledd.

Nid y cyfle swydd cywir i chi? Gwnewch yn siŵr eich bod yn edrych ar ein gwefan am ystod eang o gyfleoedd gwirfoddoli amrywiol a diddorol ar draws y parc.