Our Development Management Service is crucial in shaping Wiltshire’s future by determining planning applications for new developments. While some decisions involve subjective judgment, we adhere strictly to legal and procedural guidelines to ensure compliance with legislation and policy. Our service supports the council’s business plan by fostering new development, driving economic growth, and promoting environmental protection and sustainability.
The role
As a Level 2 Planning Officer, you'll have a significant say in planning projects, working with communities and stakeholders to create meaningful new developments.
You'll assess different planning applications and appeals, playing a key role in shaping Wiltshire's landscape. You'll handle various planning, waste, and listed building applications, showing you can work well with little supervision.
We’re looking for someone with a degree (or relevant experience), great IT and GIS skills with strong knowledge of planning laws. If you’re a confident communicator, skilled negotiator and problem solver, who thrives in a team, we want to hear from you!
Why us
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. As part of our agile and high-performing team, you’ll enjoy:
- Flexible working hours.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Hybrid working arrangements with modern, open plan offices.
- Career development opportunities.
- Exciting and varied projects that make a real difference to our communities.
New to Wiltshire
Wiltshire’s rich heritage, beautiful landscapes and vibrant communities make it a fantastic place to live and work. We border Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Hampshire, Dorset and Somerset. Almost half of our county is labelled as a Natural Landscape and we are home to iconic world heritage sites like Stonehenge and Avebury.
Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity .
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion .
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