Major Project Officer (Planning)

Are you in search of a temporary yet fulfilling role? Look no further! We're thrilled to offer an exciting position for our client based in Sittingbourne who are looking to appoint a Major Project Officer (Planning) for the 5 months ongoing, at the rate of £70.72 per hour umbrella with a 34 hours a week which can be accommodated over 9 day fortnights or 4.5 day weeks.

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of major planning applications. This will include a mix of residential developments (including large-scale and strategic schemes), commercial proposals, and energy-related projects.

While the role does not include formal line management responsibility, the postholder will provide mentoring support to a Planner/Senior Planner. They will also hold delegated authority to determine applications where they are acting as the supervising officer for the case officer they are mentoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of major planning applications, including residential (including large-scale and strategic schemes), commercial, and energy-related developments
• Lead on the assessment and determination of complex planning proposals in line with relevant planning policy and legislation
• Prepare clear, robust, and defensible reports and recommendations for delegated or committee decisions
• Engage with applicants, agents, consultees, and members of the public to ensure effective communication throughout the planning process
• Provide professional planning advice and guidance on complex planning matters
• Support continuous improvement in service delivery and contribute to team knowledge sharing
• Mentor a Planner/Senior Planner, providing guidance and support on casework and professional development
• Exercise delegated authority to determine applications where acting as supervising officer for the case officer you are mentoring

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience in development management and handling major planning applications
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and procedures
• The ability to assess complex planning issues and make sound professional judgements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing high-quality reports
• Confidence in working with a range of stakeholders, including elected members and external partners
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to mentor and support colleagues

Should your skills match the above please send through your updated CV.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.