Job Description
Description
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Principal Planning Officer to join our Strategic Development Team.
* The Strategic Development Team are responsible for guiding proposals through the development process including examining, processing and evaluating major planning and related applications including pre-and post-application advice, site inspections, negotiations, preparation and presentation of reports to a range of audiences.
* In this role, you will be required to manage development proposals through the development process including examining, processing and evaluating strategically important major planning and related applications including pre-and post-application advice, site inspections, negotiations, preparation and presentation of reports to a range of audiences. Making decisions on non-material amendments, EIA screening and scoping and pre-application enquiries under the general direction of the Service Managers
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry a case load of individual applications/cases where the problems presented are consistently challenging and complex and require advanced levels of skill and knowledge.
* Prepare reports, including proofs of evidence in relation to a range of appeals, and present evidence at hearings, and public inquiries, and at court proceedings
* Give information and advice to businesses, the public and other stakeholders about legislative requirements and standards for compliance with planning legislation
Experience and Skills
* A degree in Town and Country Planning or a related field and significant practical experience of working within the service area, processing large scale residential and commercial planning application and appeals, giving rise to a variety of technical skills and sound understanding of the standards, legal responsibilities, work practices and processes relevant to the role.
* Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute or approved professional qualification relevant to the area of work.
* Ability to engage with councillors, members of the public, businesses, developers and colleagues in accordance with the relevant laws, policies codes and guidance for of practice for planning.
* Ability to prepare & present information/evidence clearly and confidently.
* Ability to manage and organise own work to meet agreed deadlines.
* Understanding and recognition of professional boundaries.