Senior Planning Enforcement Officer

Are you a skilled and proactive professional with a passion for planning and development? We are seeking a Senior Planning Enforcement Officer to play a pivotal role in our Planning Enforcement service. This is your opportunity to lead on a diverse range of planning enforcement cases, offering expert advice and support to the Council and our community.,

• Manage a varied caseload of planning enforcement issues, ensuring compliance with planning regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to the Planning Enforcement Assistant and respond to customer enquiries with professionalism and clarity.
• Act as the primary case officer for processing planning applications and appeals initiated through enforcement investigations.
• Conduct site inspections, collate evidence, and take appropriate action based on findings.
• Prepare detailed reports and recommend formal enforcement action where necessary.
• Represent the council at appeals or in court, presenting evidence with confidence and accuracy.
  
  We are looking for a proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail and a passion for planning. You will be:
• Organised and Diplomatic: Excellent at managing a busy workload and adept at handling sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Skilled Communicator: Able to explain complex planning legislation clearly to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Independent and Collaborative: Comfortable working independently, with the ability to make informed decisions on-site, while also being a supportive team player.
• Technical Expert: Competent in interpreting and explaining plans and technical drawings. Experience in working in planning is essential, with a background in planning enforcement preferred.
Qualifications:
• Membership (or eligibility for membership) of the RTPI (Royal Town Planning Institute).
• Relevant experience in planning; experience in planning enforcement is desirable.
Why Join Us?
• Be a key player in shaping the development of our diverse and evolving borough.
• Work within a supportive and forward-thinking team.
• Enjoy a varied and dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth.
If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and make a real impact, we would love to hear from you!, Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

Erewash is a vibrant borough nestled between Nottingham and Derby, featuring the bustling towns of Long Eaton and Ilkeston alongside scenic rural Green Belt areas. With excellent transport links and a diverse community, Erewash offers a unique and rewarding place to work.

In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to:
• Generous annual leave package - 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years' continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year
• Free workplace car parking across the borough
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development
• Family friendly, flexible and hybrid/home working policies available
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions
• Subsidised leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme