About Us
The Service sits within a Planning Department under a Head of Service that reports to the Director of Place. Dealing with planning and related applications under the relevant provisions of planning legislation, including the preparation of reports and recommendations to Committee and/or the Head of Service and Operational Manager. More complex case work undertaken at Grade 8.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About The Role
Pay Details: Grade 7 / 8 (£31,586 - £39,513)
Hours of Work / Working Pattern: Up to 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri)
Main Place of Work: Dock Office
Temporary Reason: N/A
Description: Undertaking Development Management and related matters. Planner at Grade 8 will also be expected to undertake more complex planning application case work.
About You
You will need:
- Experience of working within Development Management.
- At least 1 years practicing experience.
- Working knowledge of the planning system.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent negotiation skills.
- Ability to work to agreed deadlines and under pressure.
- Good organisational skills.
- Ability to organise a heavy workload.
- A degree level qualification in Planning (recognised by the RTPI) which would allow membership of the RTPI.
- To progress to Grade 8: Eligible for Chartered Membership of the RTPI (either through relevant Post Graduate Planning Qualification or via experience), or working towards membership
- A commitment to high levels of customer service.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Commitment to high quality outcomes from the development control process.
- Ability to drive/travel throughout the Vale or between locations as appropriate
- Computer literate and able to use a pc for letters and reports.
Additional information
DBS Check Required: None
For Further Information, contact: Ian Robinson on 01446 704777
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
