Waste Planning & Development Control Specialist

London Borough of Tower Hamlets; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 +

Flexible and agile working

Job summary

London Borough of Tower Hamlets is seeking an Environmental Services Technical Officer - Development Control to join the Environmental Services Improvement Team. You will guide waste planning aspects of developments to promote reuse and recycling and ensure facilities meet residents’ needs.

The role focuses on technical advice, handling planning applications from inception to completion, and working with housing providers to inspect new developments for fit-for-purpose waste management.0

Qualifications

• Proven track record in providing advice and guidance on waste planning applications.
• Detailed knowledge of current policy, legislation and best practice relating to waste management.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills across diverse communities and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice on waste planning and development control matters, including validation and rejection of non-compliant plans.
• Act as main contact for developers/planners, guiding waste management from planning to completion.
• Collaborate with Waste Operations and housing providers to inspect developments and ensure fit-for-purpose facilities.

Skills

Waste planning guidance

Communication skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

London Borough of Tower Hamlets is seeking an Environmental Services Technical Officer - Development Control to join the Environmental Services Improvement Team. You will guide waste planning aspects of developments to promote reuse and recycling and ensure facilities meet residents’ needs.

The role focuses on technical advice, handling planning applications from inception to completion, and working with housing providers to inspect new developments for fit-for-purpose waste management.0