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Planning Investigation Officer

Employer
Sevenoaks District Council
Location
Sevenoaks, Kent
Salary
£28,023 – £42,107 (depending upon experience) plus a Car Allowance of up to £1,239
Closing date
24 Nov 2024
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Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Discipline
Enforcement
Function
Officer
Sector
Local Authority
Seniority
Junior

Job Details

Our Planning Enforcement team investigates all reports of alleged breaches of planning control which is a critical role within the Planning team and the wider Council.

As part of our wider planning department, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a variety of planning experts who’ll be on hand to help you with any queries you may have in your investigations.

You’ll ensure the Enforcement service delivers excellent work and you’ll be a positive role model for the service and for your colleagues by inspiring trust through honesty and integrity.

You’ll be able to show initiative in solving problems with creative solutions and be comfortable mentoring and supporting colleagues. 

As a committed team player, you’ll have excellent communication skills to interact with our customers and deliver a high-quality service.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

  • A Levels or equivalent level of education Effective negotiation skills
  • Proven experience of investigative work in a planning environment or similar

For appointment to the higher end of the career grade:

  • Degree in Town Planning or relevant associate discipline
  • Significant experience of inspections and investigations into breaches of planning control and be able to demonstrate a track record of making appropriate recommendations and decisions on the course of action Previous experience of mentoring junior colleagues

The vacant post will be of particular interest to someone currently working in Enforcement and looking for the next step in their career. There is an opportunity to mentor others and take on the more complex cases, supporting the Planning Enforcement Manager.

This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).

Do you want to know more about the role?

Please contact Louise Francis, Planning Enforcement Manager, on 01732 227260 for an informal discussion about the role.

For any agency enquiries, please contact Lucy Wraxall, Recruitment & Onboarding Advisor on 01732 227383.  

Please take a look at our Enforcement Plan and Statement of Community Involvement for more information about how we engage with our customers.

Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?

Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.

Closing date:  Sunday 24th November 2024

Interviews: Wednesday 4th December 2024

 

 

 

Company

Sevenoaks District Council 

A Seriously Different Council

Rated in the top 2% of best performing district councils nationally as well as being situated in Sevenoaks; known for being the best place in Kent to work by the Sunday Times.

We are an innovative and diverse council that stands out with our initial 3 core beliefs

1) Dedication to Customer Service

2) Quality of our services

3) Quality of how we empower our staff

Sevenoaks District is large, covering 142 square miles. A huge 93% of that is Green Belt and alot of that area is rural.

Sevenoaks District is also known for its areas of outstanding natural beauty, which accounts for more than 60% of the District.

There are over 50 services provided here and encourage you to apply to join us and help us acehieve the promises we make to our community.

Job Opportunities

www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/jobs

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Website - www.sevenoaks.gov.uk

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