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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.&nbsp;
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:
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<li>A Levels or equivalent level of education</li>
<li>Effective negotiation skills</li>
<li>Proven experience of investigative work in a planning environment or similar</li>
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For appointment to the higher end of the career grade:
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<li>Degree in Town Planning or relevant associate discipline</li>
<li>Significant experience of inspections and investigations into breaches of planning control and be able to demonstrate a track record of making appropriate recommendations and decisions on the course of action</li>
<li>Previous experience of mentoring junior colleagues</li>
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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, HR Business Partner, on 01732 227383. &nbsp;
Please take a look at our <a href="https://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/info/20069126/planning_enforcement" target="_blank">Enforcement Plan</a> and <a href="https://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/info/20069129/current_local_plan/258/statement_of_community_involvement" target="_blank">Statement of Community Involvement</a> 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: 30th July 2025 
Interviews: 7th August 2025

Planning Enforcement Officer (Career Grade)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Planning &amp; Development department at Ashford Borough Council as a Graduate Planner on a 3-year contract.You will be responsible for assisting in providing a high quality, customer-focused Planning &amp; Development service. Working flexibly as part of the department you would rotate round the teams in the Planning &amp; Development service to work on a wide range of tasks, including:Delivering advice and decisions on planning applications,Providing wider advice to stakeholders on planning related issues, andAssisting officers to prepare planning policies and guidance to promote high-quality development in the borough.You will be allocated the essential car user allowance element of the lease car scheme whilst working within the areas of planning that require the ability to be mobile around the borough, so it is essential that you have a driving licence and use of a vehicle.Who are we looking for?Someone with the ambition to start or continue to progress their career in planningGood attention to detailExcellent organisational and communication skillsSome who is committed to personal development and has a can-do attitudeKnowledge of the planning system, legislation and procedures are desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided, including an opportunity to study for a Chartered Town Planner Apprenticeship.This role would suit graduates from a wide range of subjects, particularly individuals with a genuine interest in areas such as the built environment, planning, sustainability, the law and local government.Successful post holders will be expected to study for Level 7 Chartered Town Planner (Apprenticeship). The entry Criteria is a minimum 2:2 degree, or equivalent.Applicants with a non-cognate degree and several years&amp;© relevant work experience may be offered a place, if they can demonstrate a suitable level of specialist subject knowledge. Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English, or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).On successful completion post holders will gain a Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) fully-accredited qualification and will become Chartered Members of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI).About us:Ashford is the largest authority in the &amp;«Garden of England&amp;ª. It&amp;©s a beautiful place to live and work and we have everything, including unparalleled transport links, heritage towns and villages and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is close to the Channel Tunnel, the coast and London is just 38 minutes away by train.At Ashford Borough Council, we are building an exciting and beautiful place for residents, businesses and visitors alike that will underpin economic prosperity, cultural richness and commercial opportunities for our communities.For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact Harriet Turner, via <a href="mailto:harriet.turner@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.turner@ashford.gov.uk</a> or 01233 330241Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/sfujxkxb/6742b-graduate-planner-june-2025.docx" target="_blank">Job Description</a>Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Graduate Planner

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We only accept online applications. If you require access to a computer and/or the internet, you can use our facilities free of charge at The Amelia Scott. Please call ahead to book an appointment Tel. 01892 554171.
Please follow the link below to submit your application.
Equal Opportunities
Tunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.



Are you an existing Principal Planning Officer looking for an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and knowledge, or are you an experienced, highly motivated planner seeking to take the next step in your planning career? Are you looking to be part of a dedicated and friendly service, working in interesting and valued rural environments? Then this role is for you.
Tunbridge Wellsisa great place to live, do business and visit. The Council has a clear, coherent, and powerful vision for the future set out in our<a href="https://tunbridgewells.gov.uk/news/2025/february/the-strategic-plan-2024-2032" target="_blank">&nbsp;Strategic Plan 2024-2032</a> which sets out the priorities for Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.
The Council has a new, emerging Local Plan at Examination for which the Inspector’s Final report is expected soon. We will begin a Local Plan Review within 6 months of adoption of the Plan. We are also in the early stages of preparing a Town Centre Plan for Royal Tunbridge Wells; the postholder will work on both of these, and other policy documents.
What we’re looking for:
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<li>Experience supervising or mentoring others in a planning policy setting.</li>
<li>Positive, enthusiastic, and conscientious candidates with excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.</li>
<li>Candidates who are well organised and able to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.</li>
<li>We’ll support your growth as you develop, providing opportunities to broaden and deepen your experience and skills to progress your career in planning - because we believe in developing our people.</li>
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What you’ll get:
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<li>26 days’ holiday (rising to 29 with 5 years' continuous Local Government service) and 3 additional days in December.</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.</li>
<li>Annual membership fees refunded for your professional body.</li>
<li>Hybrid working to support work/life balance.</li>
<li>Free parking near the Town Hall.</li>
<li>Free tea, coffee and wellbeing perks like an Emplyee Assistance Programme (EAP), flu jabs, eyecare vouchers and more.</li>
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Ready to apply?
Apply now and take the next step in your planning career.&nbsp; If you’d like to talk through the role, contact Ellen Gilbert, Planning Policy Manager at <a href="mailto:ellen.gilbert@tunbridgewells.gov.uk" target="_blank">ellen.gilbert@tunbridgewells.gov.uk</a> or on 01892 554059.
Advert Closing date: 20 July midnight&nbsp;
Interviews:&nbsp; 28 July&nbsp;

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Principal Planning Officer

The Planning Team are seeking a Flood Risk &amp; Drainage Officer to join the team at level B. This level attracts a salary that is mid-point of the range. You will have related experience and be able to demonstrate applied and developed knowledge, experience and skills to be effective in this role. All elements of level A and B listed within the person specification are essential. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Work in partnership with water management stakeholders, including Water Companies, the Environment Agency, Local Authorities, and key water users to promote effective and efficient water management in the county and develop and embed water management policy in plans and strategies. Identify opportunities to fund and deliver projects with partners to demonstrate innovative water management.In addition to this provide support where necessary to The Planning Service, Highways, Emergency Planning and Regeneration through:Manage land drainage systems. Through assessing development proposals Supporting the wider Planning Team and collaborating on landscape, urban design, and sustainable drainage issues related to planning applications. It involves processing and assessing Sustainable Urban Drainage Applications (SAB), administering Land Drainage Consents, and supporting the determination process through liaison with applicants and external partners.Identifying critical structures and features contributing to local flood risk and managing the necessary asset information for maintenance and improvement programs.Carry out investigations into flood incidents, working cross service with Emergency PlanningAnd Highways, and with external partners (Environment Agency and Water and SewerageCompanies) to investigate suitable solutions and lead and support where possible to floodand drainage problems. Including some out-of-hours work as required.Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200364/medway_council_strategy_2022_to_2023#values" target="_blank">vision and values</a> of the CouncilProvide flood risk and drainage advice and guidance to the public and professional representatives, in line with Medway’s Pre-Application service standards, including telephone, and written advice to ensure consistency and accurate advice is recorded and provided to service users.Manage and progress a range of pre-planning application enquiries, planning application consultations, Land drainage consents, Sustainable Urban Drainage applications and appeals, to ensure transparency and consistency in decision making.Communicate and negotiate effectively with Members, developers, agents and members of the public on issues relating to flooding and drainage to manage the impact of development on land drainage systems in Medway.To maintain effective working partnerships with the Environment Agency, Internal Drainage Boards, Southern Water, Highways and other relevant authorities to secure a collaborative strategic, integrated approach to flood risk management in Medway. Coordinate and support community engagement activity including organising and running community-based events (venues, support publicising, letters, facilities, equipment, refreshments etc), handling public queries about flood risk management. Participate in appropriate development and training opportunities to ensure you are aware of current changes in planning practice, technical, legislative and procedures of flooding and drainage issues.Provide advice to Council services on relevant legislation, government advice and the activities. To ensure collaborative working and effective professional relationships maintained. Support the preparation of planning policies and guidance in relation to flood and drainage. To manage the risks of flooding and the impact of development on land drainage systems in Medway.Support the production of the Flood Risk Strategy, Local Flood Risk Management Strategy and Surface Water Management Plans. To manage the risks of flooding and the impact of development on land drainage systems in Medway.At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Gabrielle Bussley on <a href="mailto:gabrielle.bussley@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">gabrielle.bussley@medway.gov.uk</a> Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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This is Medway

Flood Risk and Drainage Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
<h3>The OneTeam partnership</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Economic Development Team provide support to both Councils.
<h3>About the role</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have each recently adopted refreshed Economic Growth Strategies covering the period of 2025-2028. To deliver on Brentwood and Rochford Councils' ambitions, we are looking for a Senior Economic Development Officer to join our OneTeam that serves both councils.
Brentwood Borough Council priorities include supporting start-ups, skills delivery and sustainability. Rochford District Council priorities include town centre regeneration, supporting growing businesses, skills delivery and sustainability. For more information, please visit the Economic Growth Strategies and Action Plans for each Council (links provided below).
<h3>The role will involve</h3>
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Strategic and Operational Leadership:&nbsp;Supports and deputises for the Corporate Manager – Economic Development, leads on delivering economic development strategies, projects and feasibility work including those funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and assists with team management.</li>
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Stakeholder Engagement and Representation:&nbsp;Acts as the key contact for external organisations (e.g. Essex County Council, business groups), leads on business engagement projects and works with stakeholders to secure support and funding for projects.</li>
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Policy and Investment Development:&nbsp;Leads on drafting strategic economic development and regeneration policies, responds to inward investment enquiries and researches best practices for local application.</li>
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Business Support and Financial Oversight:&nbsp;Provides proactive advice and signposting to local businesses, monitors budgets and manages financial processes including purchase orders and invoices up to £25,000.</li>
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Corporate and Compliance Responsibilities:&nbsp;Works flexibly across Brentwood and Rochford councils, adheres to safeguarding, data protection, health &amp; safety and equality policies, and supports emergency response efforts when required.</li>
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<h3>About the candidate&nbsp;</h3>
You will need to have experience of delivering economic development and/or regeneration programmes, strong written and verbal communication, good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, able to work within a friendly and supportive team, be well organised and able to deliver to tight deadlines and to maintain effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders. &nbsp;
Desirable qualities include local government and UK Shared Prosperity Fund experience, preparing reports and presenting to Council committees and insights on the Brentwood Borough and Rochford District business communities specifically.
<h3>Benefits of working for us</h3>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
This post is initially for a 2 year fixed term and may become permanent subject to funding.
For an informal discussion please contact Laurie Edmonds, Corporate Manager Economic Development, on <a href="mailto:laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>
This role will involve travel between Brentwood Town Hall, Rochford District Council’s offices at The Launchpad at Southend Airport Business Park, as well as networking venues around Brentwood Borough and Rochford District. You will be expected to attend networking events that take place outside usual working hours. There may be occasional weekend events to attend.
Please note – the successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.

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