Principal Planning Officer
- Employer
- East Staffordshire Borough Council
- Location
- Town Hall, King Edward Place, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire. DE14 2EB
- Salary
- £31,401 to £35,229 plus Market Forces Supplement
- Closing date
- 9 Jan 2019
- Reference
- ESBC000000530
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- Sector
- Local Councils
- Job Type
- Planning
- Contract Type
- Full time permanent
- Working Pattern
- Standard
- Hours
- Full-Time
Job Details
East Staffordshire Borough Council serves a population of approximately 110,000 and is a mix of urban and rural areas. The principal town of Burton upon Trent is known for its brewing heritage and the smaller settlement of Uttoxeter is a market town. The rural areas are varied and characterised by small hamlets and villages, often historic in origin and containing substantial conservation areas.
The Borough Council has a small, but very effective Development Control Team which handles a wide variety of applications ranging from major residential and commercial proposals to householder, agricultural and other applications. Officers have the opportunity to experience the varied nature of applications which are reflective of the character of the Borough.
Responsible for Development Control functions relating to all proposals under the general supervision of the Principal Planning Officers. You will assist in the delivery of high quality Development Control Services. You must have previous experience of working in a planning environment in development control. You will be qualified with an RTPI recognised degree. Experience of handling major applications is essential. You should be organised, decisive, a good negotiator, efficient and a good team worker.
You should be proficient in map reading and have a detailed understanding of architectural plans and drawings. Efficient written and oral communication skills are essential.
In return, we offer a generous package of benefits including: flexible working hours, car user payments, professional fees paid, free car parking, homeworking, local government pension scheme and further Continuing Professional Development.
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East Staffordshire Borough Council aims to recruit and retain the most talented people to enable us to deliver high quality services for our residents. A career with East Staffordshire Borough Council offers rewarding and challenging opportunities in a wide range of roles, and the chance to make a difference to the lives of local people. As an employee of East Staffordshire Borough Council you will have access to a range of benefits including flexible working, opportunities to learn and develop new skills and leisure activity discounts. Further information regarding the numerous benefits and rewards associated with working for us can be found on this page Benefits and Rewards
About East Staffordshire
East Staffordshire is a great mix of town and country. The capital of the National Forest, the St George’s Park FA Centre and a rich brewing heritage can all be found in the borough, as can beautiful countryside and interesting villages. The Council offices and Town Hall are based in Burton upon Trent.
Equality & Diversity
The Council is actively building diverse teams and welcomes applications from everyone, including people of different age, sex, gender, ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation.
We are a Disability Confident Employer, and further details of our commitment to Equality and Diversity can be found on this page Equality and Diversity
Learning and Development
We are committed to developing the skills and knowledge of our workforce to meet the current and future needs of the organisation. Further details of learning and development opportunities can be found on this page Learning and Development
How To Apply
Details of how to complete an application, can be found on this page How to apply
- Website
- http://www.eaststaffsbc.gov.uk/
- Telephone
- 01283 508708
- Location
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East Staffordshire Borough Council
Town Hall
King Edward Place
Burton upon Trent
Staffordshire
DE14 2EB
United Kingdom
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