Senior/Principal Planning Officer

i-Jobs; Esher; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector recruitment agency is seeking a Senior/Principal Planning Officer in Esher to manage planning teams, evaluate applications, and advise on developments. Candidates should have significant experience in Development Management and excellent communication skills, along with a degree in planning or equivalent. A full driving license is required. This position offers a pay rate of £45 per hour, with a contract duration of 3+ months.

Qualifications

• Experience representing the Council at hearings or inquiries.
• Understanding of Local Government procedures.
• Experience with new information technology systems.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and Government guidance.
• Full driving license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Help manage an area team in Development Management.
• Evaluate and report on planning applications and enforcement.
• Advise on potential developments and all aspects of Development Management.
• Process applications, including major ones, and make recommendations.
• Handle appeals and present the Council's case at hearings.

Skills

Significant experience in Development Management

Good organizational skills

Good communication skills

Ability to manage and motivate a team

Education

Degree in Town & Country Planning or equivalent

Job description

Senior/Principal Planning Officer

Location: High Street, Esher, KT10 9SD
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3+ Months
Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £45.00 Per Hour
Job Ref: OR18388

Job Responsibilities

• Help manage an area team in Development Management.
• Evaluate and report on planning applications, enforcement, and appeals.
• Advise on potential developments and all aspects of Development Management.
• Examine applications before registration for validity and necessary publicity.
• Process applications, including major ones, and make recommendations.
• Handle appeals and present the Council's case at hearings and inquiries.
• Investigate unauthorized activities when needed.
• Attend meetings to assist in reporting and considering applications.
• Support the Team Leader in supervising Planning Officers.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Perform other tasks as required for the role.
• Sign planning decisions for certain applications if on Principal Scale Points.

Person Specifications

Must Have

• Significant experience in Development Management, especially major applications.
• Experience representing the Council at hearings or inquiries.
• Good organizational skills.
• Understanding of Local Government procedures.
• Experience with new information technology systems.
• Ability to manage and motivate a professional team.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and Government guidance.
• Commitment to excellent customer care.
• Full driving license and own vehicle.
• Willingness to attend evening meetings as needed.
• Ability to handle work pressure.

Nice to Have

• A degree in Town & Country Planning or equivalent and eligibility for Royal Town Planning Institute membership.
• Previous experience in staff supervision.

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