About us

Swale Borough Council is a progressive and ambitious Local Authority, located less than an hour from Central London in an attractive and diverse part of Kent involving urban, rural, and coastal areas. We believe that staff are our most valuable asset and we’re committed to attracting and retaining the very best. In recent times we have adapted and evolved to meet the current world by introducing a highly flexible hybrid working policy, along with a 34-hour week, recognising that staff wellbeing and work life balance is high on our agenda.

The work you will be doing

You will provide specialist and technical advice in respect of the setting, preservation, and enhancement of heritage assets across the Borough.

You will work closely with the Planning Investigations Team to serve enforcement notices, urgent works and repairs and other related notices in liaison with our legal team.

You will also be responsible for preparing and presenting the Council’s case at appeals, inquiries, hearings, Court Hearings and Examinations in Public commensurate to grade; and will support the preparation and presentation of reports to member Working Groups and Committees as required.

There will also be the opportunity to be involved in project work.

What you will bring to this role

You will hold degree/master’s degree in heritage or building conservation or other related degree. You should also be a member or eligible for membership of the Institute of Heritage Building Conservation.

You should have proven experience of cross-team working both internally and externally, with the ability to develop relationships and share knowledge, ideas and expertise and best practice to achieve outcomes.

Ability to undertake independent travel around the Borough is essential.

What we can offer

If you choose to join us in this interesting role, we will provide you with a great benefits package that includes a competitive salary and access to our desirable local Government Pension Scheme. You will receive 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and extra time at Christmas. We want you to find the perfect work-life balance, so flexible working options will be considered, plus you will have access to a range of additional benefits such as discounts on high street chains and leisure centres, plus our cycle-to-work scheme. Above all else, you will find an inclusive and supportive working environment, in which your professional and personal wellbeing are important to us.

If you would like to discuss this position, please contact Ceri Williams, Chief Planning Officer on 01795 417116.

To apply, please attach CV and suitability statement demonstrating how you meet the competencies for the role.

Closing date: 1 September 2024.

Interview date: w/c 9 September 2024.