Technical Support Officer

A great opportunity to be involved in ensuring high quality development and place making is achieved within the District. This will ensure the beautiful nature of our rural area is maintained and enhance which is in east Surrey, bordering Kent and the London Boroughs to the north. We are a Green Belt authority with two National Landscapes in the District.

We know there are many things that residents love about Tandridge District including our fantastic location, our countryside and the community feel of our towns and villages. We think you will love Tandridge too.

The Role

We are seeking a Technical Support Officer to add to our high performing Development Management team. The Development Management team is committed to delivering high quality placemaking through the planning system and being part of the team, you can assist in making a positive contribution to a beautiful local authority on the edge of London.

The Technical Support Officer plays a vital role in the Development Management function being at the forefront of the planning application process. The role plays a crucial part validating planning applications, ensuring they meet the national and local validation requirements. This ensures there is the necessary information for planning officers to determine applications in a timely manner so the high performance of the team can be maintained. The role provides an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and skill base in a friendly and supportive working environment with a great opportunity to pursue a career in planning if so desired.

What we Offer

When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.

We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.

We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable.

We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.

We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.

In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.

Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide.

Diversity statement

At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.

We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.

Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Want to know more?

If you’re looking for a new and exciting professional challenge, a collaborative, flexible/hybrid working, and the chance to develop your career, please do get in touch for a chat by e-mailing Adiba Choudhury, achoudhury@tandridge.gov.uk.

Local Government Reorganisation

Surrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services. 

Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take several years and during that time we still need to provide services.

When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation. The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc.