Planning officer ref 000A 360E / 1

Essential Employment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment is seeking qualified town planners in Stockport for a 6-month fixed-term role. The position requires expertise in planning legislation and previous experience in local authority planning, with a strong understanding of conservation and greenbelt work. Candidates must have at least 5 years' experience, excellent communication skills, and a current UK driving licence. The role involves site visits and offers a standard 37-hour workweek, with two days in the office each week.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience with a focus on greenbelt and conservation work.
• Experience working in a local authority planning department is beneficial.
• Possess a full current UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage various planning applications and workloads effectively.
• Conduct site visits two days a week.
• Collaborate on planning strategies and legislation compliance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of planning legislation

Workload management

Education

RTPI membership or eligibility

Job description

Job Reference: 000A 360E / 1

We are seeking qualified town planners, ideally with RTPI membership or those eligible for/working towards joining the RTPI. Candidates should have a solid understanding of planning legislation, excellent communication skills, and experience managing workloads involving various application types. Previous experience working in a local authority planning department is beneficial. A minimum of 5 years' experience, including greenbelt and conservation work, is expected.

This is a 6-month fixed-term position with a 37-hour workweek, Monday to Friday. The role requires site visits, so a full current UK driving licence is essential. The role involves working two days in the office per week.

Note: Due to high application volumes, we cannot respond to all unsuccessful applicants. However, you will be contacted by phone if your CV progresses to the next stage.

If interested, please apply via our website with your CV or email it to Beth at [e-mail], quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment acts as an Employment Business for this vacancy. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All roles may be subject to pre-employment checks, including references. Please be prepared.

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