We are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual to join the Council’s Development Management Service.

On a day to day basis you will:

• process minor planning applications
• provide pre-application advice to developers in relation to minor development proposals
• advise on permitted development rights
• defend planning decisions at appeal (minor developments only)
• undertake the efficient and effective investigation of breaches of planning control within the County and utilise appropriate enforcement interventions as necessary (minor developments only)

We are looking to recruit an individual:

• with a degree or equivalent in Town and Country Planning or related discipline
• with an ability to communicate impartially and effectively with a wide range of people at various levels
• with an ability to work with limited supervision and to work to tight deadlines
• with a strong commitment to providing a high quality service to the public and strong commitment to customer satisfaction

The post requires a degree of fluency in the Welsh language. Please note that a successful applicant without the required Welsh language skill will be fully supported to reach the required standard within two years of appointment.

We believe work-life balance is very important. To support you in achieving this, you will have access to the following discretionary benefits:

• Hybrid Working: Subject to certain conditions being met, you may choose to work from home or in an office location.
• Flexi-time: Hours may be worked within a defined bandwidth, Monday to Friday, subject to service needs.

Job Description and Person Specification

For an informal discussion, please contact Catrin Newbold (Service Manager – Development Management) - Tel: (01545) 572131.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.