Planning Officer

Bath & North East Somerset is a successful & prosperous area with an outstanding and beautiful environment. It is a large and diverse area containing not only the internationally renowned City of Bath which is a World Heritage Site, but also an extensive area of Green Belt, smaller urban settlements two AONBs, numerous Conservation Areas and an abundance of listed buildings and other heritage assets. The District is subject to significant development pressure that needs to be carefully planned for and managed. The Council has also declared a climate emergency., Due to maternity the Planning Service is seeking to appoint an ambitious and motivated Planning Officer on a temporary basis in Development Management.

In Development Management you will independently manage your own workload and recommend decisions with management support. Most applications will be determined by 'delegated' authority although some applications may be considered by Development Management Committee when you will present your own cases to Members. You will manage appeals connected to your casework and also promote our discretionary services to external stakeholders to secure additional income though Pre-Application Advice, Development Team and Planning Performance Agreements.

We are a high performing and ambitious Planning service which has been recognised through the RTPI Planning Excellence awards and are recent winners of the prestigious RTPI awards., Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work / life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https : / / jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk / why-work-us / our-benefits

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https : / / jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk / why-work-us / our-values

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https : / / beta.bathnes.gov.uk / equality-and-diversity

We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https : / / shorturl.at / ajrsW

The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

The successful candidate needs to be a highly capable, enthusiastic and qualified planner, with experience in a range of planning policy or Development Management work and able to work on their own initiative and within a positive team environment.

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people's lives.