Planning Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Kidderminster; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyre Forest District Council is looking for a Planning Officer to join their proactive team. You will support the formulation and implementation of planning policies and strategies, making an impact on the local environment and community. The role requires a degree in a relevant field, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work flexibly. This fixed-term contract includes the opportunity for hybrid working and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement includes a degree in a relevant subject.
• Experience in dealing with members of the public or councillors.
• Full driving license and suitable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Support formulation and implementation of planning policies.
• Collaborate with a team and engage stakeholders in plan-making.
• Support the Development Management function.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Teamwork

Writing

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Job description

Wyre Forest District Council are looking for a Planning Officer to support the formulation and implementation of policies and strategies related to planning for our District. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact, working on landscaping, green infrastructure and other policies to help shape the environment, meet the needs of our residents and business and to ensure sustainable growth.

As a Planning Officer, you will collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals, engage with stakeholders and utilise your expertise to lead on plan-making whilst also supporting the Development Management function.

Wyre Forest District Council has an up-to-date Development Plan with a 5-year housing land supply but are commencing our Local Plan Review to meet the requirements of the new NPPF and housing numbers.

If you would like to join a proactive and friendly team who are committed to providing excellent services to our residents and customers, then please join us.

Minimum requirement include a degree in a relevant subject, a full driving license and suitable vehicle and experience in dealing with members of the public or councillors. The ideal candidate should have the following skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team, have great communication and interpersonal skills and be able to write in a clear and concise manner.

This post is suitable for hybrid working.

This post is career graded so the entry point is £30,238 but for candidates with Corporate Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute the starting salary will be £33,854.

Additional Information

• This job includes duties that may require an element of physical effort and mobility on an occasional basis. To meet the needs of the service, the ability to undertake the full range of duties for the contracted hours will be required. Need to be able to meet the physical demands of the job in particular out on site and visiting remote areas within the District.
• Flexible approach to working hours, able to work outside normal office hours if necessary, including a requirement to be available for evening meetings.
• This is a Fixed Term Contract for 2 years
• The attention of the post holder is drawn to paragraph 70 of the Scheme and Conditions of Service that he/she is not to prepare any plans on behalf of any applicant to this Council for planning and/or Building Regulations.
• The closing date for applications is 8th June 2025 , but we reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

We understand you may use AI tools to help you prepare your application. While these tools can be helpful, please ensure everything you share about your experiences, skills, and qualifications is authentic and truly reflects you. Your genuine story and real achievements are what we're most interested in!

Wyre Forest District Council is an equal opportunities employer

Attached documents
Planning Officer role-profile May 2025.pdf