Planning Officer – JSPO1
Full time Temporary @Apple Recruitment posted 5 hours ago in Construction & Property , in Public Sector & CharityJob Description
Planning Officer
Location: Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey (with potential assignments across the Borough)
Salary: £20.02 per hour
Duration: Temporary, Full-Time, 37 hours per week
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
About the Role
On behalf of our client, Apple Recruitment Services is seeking a dedicated Planning Officer to join the Economic Development & Planning team. This temporary role involves supporting the Senior Planning Officer in delivering a high-quality Planning Service within the Borough. Key responsibilities include managing Planning Assistants, preparing reports, and providing professional planning advice.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Supervise and support Planning Assistants and technical staff, ensuring effective performance and professional development.
- Planning Applications: Manage and assess planning applications, providing recommendations and preparing reports for the Planning Committee.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with residents, elected members, and external organisations, offering professional advice on planning matters.
- Policy Development: Contribute to the preparation of planning policies and the Local Development Plan, aligning with statutory requirements.
- Site Inspections: Conduct site visits and surveys to inform planning decisions and ensure compliance with regulations.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
- Degree in a recognised planning qualification (e.g., Town and Country Planning, Environmental Science, Geography) with 2 years’ relevant experience, or
- HNC/HND in relevant fields with 3 years’ relevant experience.
Desirable:
- Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or Irish Planning Institute (IPI).
- Experience in staff management and GIS applications.
If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Julie at julie.skelly@applerecruitment.com
Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.
Please note only applicants that match this criteria can be considered for the role.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.