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Development Manager Team Leader

Employer
New Forest District Council
Location
Lyndhurst, New Forest
Salary
£42,158 up to £47,082
Closing date
24 Nov 2019

Job Details

Development Manager Team Leader (P00926)

Location: Appletree Court, Lyndhurst

Salary: Band 9 (£42,158 up to £47,082)

Hours: 37 per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Development Management Team Leader to join the Planning Service at Appletree Court, Lyndhurst.

It is an exciting time to join the New Forest, with a new Local Plan there will be a significant number of strategic housing sites coming forward over the next few years, this will represent the most significant level of growth in the District for 3 decades or more. These sites will require careful project management and a clear direction in order to bring the sites forward successfully.

As Development Management Team Leader, you will be responsible for the effective management of one of the two area Teams that deals with all types of applications appeals and planning compliance. You will be responsible for ensuring high performance and effective management of your team as well as providing motivation, leadership and supporting team member to ensure proper understanding of the material planning issues and proving informal training as required.

In response to this step change in the growth strategy for the District we are looking for a dynamic, forward thinking proactive planner who will work as part of the wider team to drive customer focus and continuous improvement through everything we do

It is essential that the successful candidate holds a recognised degree or post graduate qualification in planning and at least five years' relevant planning experience two of which should be at a senior level.

What we can offer in return is a great place to work and a great team to work with. We believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council and that's why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, where ideas are actively sought, and self-development promoted. We also recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce and we actively promote a good work/life balance.

Benefits include:

  • Car Cash Allowance

  • 25-26 days leave (plus an additional 5 days after 5 years' service)

  • Local Government Pension Scheme

  • Employee Assistance Programme

Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 24th November 2019

Interview Date: Friday 29th November 2019

For an informal discussion regarding this post please call Claire Upton-Brown on (023) 8028 5588.

Please note, this post is subject to a basic DBS check.

Company

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New Forest District Council is planning positively for the future. The Government has set us a challenge of delivering a very significant increase in housing delivery in one of the most attractive and environmentally sensitive areas of the country. We are up for this challenge and want to expand our team to help us delivery quality development, which addresses the needs of the local community and protects our unique and precious environment. Do you have the skills to help us achieve this?

New Forest District is a wonderful place to live, work, and start or progress your career. Enjoy the benefits of being based at our offices which are in the heart of the New Forest at Lyndhurst, and having easy access to the south coast, and the wide range of amenities on offer in nearby Southampton and Bournemouth.

We are looking for Enthusiastic people to join our expanded team.

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Company info
Location
Lyndhurst
Hampshire
United Kingdom

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