AddressWe have an exciting opportunity to join a busy, high profile team handling and investigating some high-profile planning enforcement work.
About the role
The role involves investigating, monitoring and where appropriate taking action against alleged breaches of planning controls in a constrained area which includes Green Belt, AONB and other sensitive environments. You will spend much of your time out and about visiting sites but will also work from home or the office to assess and collate evidence.
This is a fixed term role for up to 2 years.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
Starting salary will depend on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Our challenges are wide ranging and as a result the role provides a great of opportunity to develop your experience and skills.
About you
The position requires either experience of enforcement of legislation or working knowledge of Town and Country planning law preferably with some experience relevant to the role. Good communication skills and attention to detail are important.
You will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge skills and experience:
- Vocational qualification or evidence of experience of working to level 3 or 4 relevant to planning practice.
- Practical experience of working within a planning, regeneration or housing environment, giving rise to a variety of technical skills and sound understanding of the services available, work practices and processes relevant to the role.
- Knowledge and understanding of technical standards, safe working practices and legislation for planning practice.
- Ability to make analytical reasoning and recommendations about particular areas of work.
- Ability to engage with developers, contractors and members of the public within the relevant codes of practice.
- Ability to present evidence clearly and confidently, both written and verbal.
- Ability to manage own work without close supervision
Why North Somerset Council?
We understand working for a local authority is more than just a job. We want to ensure our employees remain passionate about what they do and enjoys their time at North Somerset. Whether that means you want training and development opportunities or a flexible working arrangement to fit around family commitments, we will work with you to ensure you are getting the best out of your employment.
Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance with the option to purchase up to an additional 10 days per year. To find out more about our rewards package and the benefits on offer to our employees, please click here.
Want to know more and apply?
For an informal discussion please contact our Delivery and Enforcement Service Manager, Chris Nolan, on 01934 426938 or e mail him on chris.nolan@n-somerset.gov.uk
Anticipated interview date: Thursday 11 April 2024.
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Somerset Council – Open, Fairer, Greener.
Please note: We are currently only accepting applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.
