Council Offices, Argyle Road (Hybrid)
Permanent, Full time
No DBS check required
£28,023 – £42,107 (depending upon experience) plus a Car Allowance of up to £1,239
37 hours
Our Planning Enforcement team investigates all reports of alleged breaches of planning control which is a critical role within the Planning team and the wider Council.
As part of our wider planning department, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a variety of planning experts who’ll be on hand to help you with any queries you may have in your investigations.
You’ll ensure the Enforcement service delivers excellent work and you’ll be a positive role model for the service and for your colleagues by inspiring trust through honesty and integrity.
You’ll be able to show initiative in solving problems with creative solutions and be comfortable mentoring and supporting colleagues.
As a committed team player, you’ll have excellent communication skills to interact with our customers and deliver a high-quality service.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
For appointment to the higher end of the career grade:
The vacant post will be of particular interest to someone currently working in Enforcement and looking for the next step in their career. There is an opportunity to mentor others and take on the more complex cases, supporting the Planning Enforcement Manager.
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).
Do you want to know more about the role?
Please contact Louise Francis, Planning Enforcement Manager, on 01732 227260 for an informal discussion about the role.
For any agency enquiries, please contact Lucy Wraxall, Recruitment & Onboarding Advisor on 01732 227383.
Please take a look at our Statement of Community Involvement for more information about how we engage with our customers.
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: Sunday 24th November 2024
Interviews: Wednesday 4th December 2024
Enforcement_Officer_JD.pdf