Service Director Planning & Environment

Buckinghamshire Council; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Aylesbury seeks a visionary Service Director to lead Planning & Environment services. This high-profile role involves delivering major initiatives such as the Local Plan and Aylesbury Garden Town, and contributing to significant infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership and strategic planning experience within the sector.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a similar role.
• Strong strategic planning and delivery skills.
• Experience in environmental and planning sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead on strategic planning and environment services.
• Drive delivery of major initiatives such as the Local Plan.
• Oversee regeneration schemes and contribute to infrastructure projects.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic delivery capability

Relevant sector experience

Job description

Overview

We\'re now seeking a visionary leader to drive our Planning & Environment services forward. As our Service Director, you\'ll lead on major initiatives including our first Local Plan as a unitary council, the delivery of Aylesbury Garden Town, and our ambitious Climate Change Strategy. You\'ll also oversee regeneration schemes and play a key role in some of the UK\'s biggest infrastructure projects — from Pinewood Studios to Westcott Venture Park.

This is a high-profile role with real impact. You\'ll join the dots between planning, environment and prosperity, helping to create places that are sustainable, futureproofed and thriving.

Responsibilities

Lead on strategic planning and environment services; drive delivery of major initiatives such as the Local Plan, Aylesbury Garden Town, and the Climate Change Strategy; oversee regeneration schemes; contribute to large infrastructure projects.; align planning, environment and prosperity outcomes across the council.

Qualifications and experience

Note: The original text does not specify formal qualifications. Please ensure you include appropriate requirements such as leadership experience, strategic delivery capability, and sector-relevant experience when finalising the job posting.

How to discuss

To arrange an informal discussion with the Corporate Director of Planning, Growth & Sustainability, please contact.

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