Senior Town Planner - Major Applications (Hybrid/Remote)

ARGYLL & BUTE COUNCIL; Lochgilphead; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Generous leave entitlement

Cycle to work scheme

Gym discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Learning and career growth

Flexible working policy

Relocation package

Job summary

Argyll and Bute Council is seeking a motivated town planning professional to join the Major Applications Team, handling National, Major and Local EIA developments across the council area.

The role allows homeworking but requires regular travel to sites and meetings. You should have extensive post-graduate planning experience and be eligible for RTPI membership, with strong analytical and negotiation skills for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• This role requires substantial postgraduate planning experience and RTPI affiliation or eligibility.
• Knowledge of Development Management legislation and EIA is advantageous.
• Ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences including elected members.

Responsibilities

• Progress National/Major/EIA applications with appropriate oversight.
• Travel for site visits and attend meetings across the council area.
• Mentor less experienced colleagues and perform peer reviews when needed.
• Support deployment of local applications and assist Area Team Leaders as required.

Skills

Town planning

RTPI member

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Planning degree or RTPI eligible

Tools

GIS

Data management systems

Job description

Argyll and Bute Council is seeking a motivated town planning professional to join the Major Applications Team, handling National, Major and Local EIA developments across the council area.

The role allows homeworking but requires regular travel to sites and meetings. You should have extensive post-graduate planning experience and be eligible for RTPI membership, with strong analytical and negotiation skills for diverse audiences.