541 planning officer jobs found

Senior DM Planning Officer Surrey £45 per hour guide   Initial 3 Month Contract   Job Ref - 64726   My Local Authority Client in Surrey is looking to source an experienced DM Planning Officer to join their Planning Department.   In the role you will be dealing with minor and major applications of up to around 30 units. This role is initially offered on a 3-month basis, but there is potential to extend up to a year   Job Description available upon request.   Hybrid working offered, ideally my client is looking for 3 days remote, 2 days in the office.   Please call Ben Hitchman on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email me or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed)   Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable,...

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Essex in the search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Town Planning department on an initial 6 month contract (then rolling).   We are looking for an experienced planner who is able to hit the ground running and be capable of working with minimum supervision, efficiently managing your workload and making a real contribution towards quality decision making.   Accountabilities ·Lead on major and strategic planning applications ·Champion design excellence and compliance with national and local policies ·Drive innovation in dealing with major planning applications ·Build strong relationships with developers, councillors, and stakeholders   The Experience You Will Bring ·Strong interpersonal skills for persuasion, influence, and relationship-building ·Ability to interpret complex data and provide strategic solutions ·Excellent written and verbal communication, including report writing and...

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in London in the search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Town Planning Development Management team. This will be on an initial 6 month basis with weekly office attendance required. This is an exciting role in a prestigious and well regarded local authority.   Main responsibilities of the role will include: ·Supervising a team of senior and planning officers dealing with a wide range of planning applications which could include strategic and major applications. ·Sign off and allocation responsibilities. ·Researching, considering and reporting on the full range of applications and development proposals including major developments, under the Planning Acts and related legislation. ·Preparing appeal statements and/ or witness statements, appearing at public inquiries/ hearings and/or Court and answering enquiries from applicants, their agents and other customers in relation to planning matters,...

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in London in their search for a Town Planning Officer to join their Development Management team on an initial 6 month rolling contract. The ideal candidate will have experience dealing with a range of planning applications, as the successful candidate will be required to deal with both householder and minor applications. Experience with planning applications concerning listed buildings, heritage and conservation areas would be beneficial. The right candidate should have experience in a similar position and be motivated, technically knowledgeable, and have a strong customer service ethos. Main Duties and Responsibilities 1.Inspecting plans, carrying out site visits and assessing development proposals 2.Providing advice to applicants and other customers, including on whether permission/consent is likely to be granted and how schemes may be altered so permission/consent may be granted, and negotiating planning...

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based on the South Coast in the search for a Senior Planning Officer to join their Town Planning Development Management team. This will be on a long term basis with prospects of an 18 month duration. This position is being offered on a part time basis with office presence on a weekly basis (Preferable).   We are looking for an experienced Senior Planning Officer to deal with a caseload of applications around the region of 10 dwellings, and discharge of conditions for larger schemes.   Our client is looking for someone to start almost immediately, so if you are interested in going forward for the role then please don't hold back. Weekly office presence is required.   Carrington West Pay Rate - £40per/hour (Subject to experience) Job Ref - 64503   Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat:...

Planning Officer Devon £35 to £40p/h Inside IR35   Do you want to work for a highly motivated local authority planning team who consistently delivers a high level of service?   You will be mainly working from home, until the authority go back to fully working from the office. The office location can be discussed upon application to the role.   This newly created role is because of an increase in workload and a staff member leaving. You will be required to work both individually and as part of a team to continue the high level of service that the local authority operate to currently.   To be successful in this position you MUST HAVE: 1. A full driving license and access to a car. 2. Recent experience of working in within a local authority development management service. 3 The ability to be in the office once a week (at a minimum) ideally You will also need to have experience working on householder and minor applications On offer is an hourly rate of up to £40p/h...

Principal Planning Officer East of England 3 month contract + views of a longer term contract £54 to £58 per hour(DOE) Inside IR35 Do you want to work for a highly motivated local authority planning team who consistently delivers a high level of service?   You will be mainly working from home, with the exception of site visits and key meetings.   This newly created role is because of an increase in workload due to continued development in the local area. The local authority is looking to bring in an experienced planner that can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. You will be required to work both individually and as part of a team to continue the high level of service that the local authority operate to currently. You will be managing a mixed caseload of applications so must be comfortable with this variety. The client are looking for an experienced planner to assist on a number of different urban cases they currently have open.   To be successful in this...

Principal Planning Officer East Midlands £55-£58p/h (DOE) INSIDE IR35 Job Ref - 63941 Do you want to work for a highly motivated local authority planning team who consistently delivers a high level of service?   You will be mainly working from home, with the exception of site visits and key meetings. The office location can be discussed upon application to the role.   This newly created role is because of an increase in workload due to continued development in the local area. The local authority is looking to bring in an experienced planner that can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. You will be required to work both individually and as part of a team to continue the high level of service that the local authority operate to currently   To be successful in this position you MUST HAVE: ·Be comfortable working from home and using Microsoft Teams/Zoom ·Please note this role would suit an experienced principal planner or major applications planner Role &...

Senior or Principal DM Planning Officer Surrey £45-60 per hour guide, depending on experience   Initial 6 Month Contract   Job Ref - 63692   My Local Authority Client in Surrey is looking to source an experienced DM Planner who can work at either Senior or Principal level.   The council is looking for 6 moth coverage, to assist in dealing with a range of planning applications which could include applications for (Apply online only) units (although not vital).   The role offers a flexible hybrid pattern, however some office presence is needed/required, 1-2 days per week depending on circumstances.   Please call Ben Hitchman on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email me or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed)   Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior,...

Senior/Principal Development Management Officer Midlands 6 month contract (could extend) £50-55 per hour   Ref - 64627   Carrington West are supporting a Local Authority client in the Midlands with their search for a Senior or Principal Development Management Officer to join their team.   This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering the Council's Local Plan and Corporate Priorities through effective Development Management outcomes. .   The Role   ·Determining planning applications, appeals and pre-application enquiries in line with national and local policy ·Negotiating amendments, conditions and Section 106 agreements ·Investigating breaches of planning control and supporting enforcement action ·Preparing and presenting reports to Planning Committee   Your experience   ·Experience within a Local Authority Development Management team ·Experience handling planning cases appropriate to your level ·Strong report writing and communication...

A client within the Public Sector based in Devon is currently recruiting for a Planning Officer to join their Development Management Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a Planning environment. The Role Key purpose of the role: To manage a caseload of planning applications and pre-application enquiries, ensuring compliance with Development Management processes, statutory requirements and Town and Country Planning legislation, while delivering high-quality recommendations within agreed performance targets. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Managing a varied caseload of planning applications, ensuring statutory deadlines and Local Performance Indicators are met • Assessing applications and pre-application submissions in line with planning policy and legislation • Writing clear, well-structured reports...

Planning Officer – Basics * Day Rate: £350 – £425 per day * Location: UK North West Area (Hybrid Working Available) * Contract Length: 3–6 months (with potential extension) * Start Date: As soon as possible * IR35: Inside IR35 Planning Officer – Overview You will support the delivery of a high‑quality, efficient Development Management service for a busy North West‑based authority. You will manage a varied caseload of planning applications, provide clear written and verbal professional advice, and ensure decisions are made in accordance with planning legislation, national policy and local planning frameworks. You’ll work within a supportive team structure, including Senior Planning Officers, Principal Officers and Technical Administrators who assist with validation, queries and workflow support. Planning Officer – Key Responsibilities * Manage and determine a caseload of planning applications, including householder, minor and change‑of‑use proposals. *...

I am working with an authority in the West Midlands who are currently on the lookout for a Senior Planning Officer, They can offer remote-based working with occasional site visits on a 6-month contract and they'll be looking for someone who can start in the next few weeks On the days you do have to go in, the office is within 10-minutes of a well connected train station and boasts a variety of amazing nearby lunch options. Duties will include: * Reviewing and approving, minor and major applications * Mentor junior planners and promote best practice across the planning service. * Champion sustainability, design quality, and climate resilience in planning decisions and policies. Desired Skills: (Not mandatory) * Recent experience working at a local authority * RTPI membership beneficial * Previous experience working on large, minor and small major applications * Working Arrangements: If you would like to discuss the role, don't hesitate to reach out however...

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the South East with their search for a Principal Development Management Planner.   Main responsibilities of the role will include: · Managing a caseload of planning applications, including complex and strategic major applications. · Assessing and determining applications in line with adopted local and national planning policy. · Preparing clear, well-reasoned officer reports and recommendations. · Providing professional planning advice to applicants, agents, members, and internal stakeholders. · Representing the authority at Planning Committee where required. · Contributing to consultation responses on relevant planning matters, including (where applicable) NSIPs.   The ideal candidate will have: · Significant experience as a Development Management Planner, ideally within a local authority setting (county, district, or unitary). · A strong background in strategic land-use planning (transport...

Principal Planning Policy Officer Local Authority | South West London A well-established local authority based in South West London is seeking an experienced Principal Planning Policy Officer to support the delivery of key planning policy work within a busy Strategic Planning and Infrastructure function. This is a senior, high-impact role within a multidisciplinary planning service covering Planning Policy, Development Management and Infrastructure, with a strong focus on Local Plan delivery, policy development and stakeholder engagement. Assignment Details Contract Length: 9 months (ongoing assignment) Pay Rate: £55 per hour (Umbrella) - 36 hours per week Working Pattern: Hybrid - 1 to 2 days per week in the office, remainder remote Office Location: Town-centre offices in South West London (High Street location) Closing Date: 20/02/2026 at 17:00The Role Reporting to a senior planning lead, the Principal Planning Policy Officer will be responsible for leading and delivering...

Senior Planning Enforcement Officer  - Enforcement    North West £50p/h   Initial 3-month   Job Ref - 64147   ·The council is looking for an officer who can comfortably manage a complex caseload of enforcement cases, this will involve PACE interviews.   Role Specific ·Hybrid working ·37 hours per week   ·Hourly rate - approx. £50 per hour ·Local Authority experience.   Carrington West Pay Rate - up to £50ph     Please call Jayden Papy on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email me or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed)    Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in London in the search for a Planning Validations Officer to join their Town Planning department on an initial 6 month basis   Main responsibilities of the role will include: ·Register planning applications in accordance with the Local Validation List and ensure data is accurately uploaded/labelled on relevant systems. ·Undertake all necessary consultation for planning applications within required timeframes (neighbour letter, site notice, press advert, electronic notification etc.) ·Register public consultation responses to planning applications, ensuring comments are uploaded onto the website in accordance with GDPR requirements. ·Issue planning decisions, tree work decisions and planning pre-application advice letters within required timeframes. ·Register pre application advice requests ensuring that the applicable fee and necessary information has been received. ·Register planning enforcement complaints...

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the Midlands with their search for a Planning Enforcement Officer. The council are looking for someone on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for extension.   Main responsibilities of the role will include: · Managing a caseload of approximately 70-80 enforcement cases. · Investigating alleged breaches of planning control. · Undertaking site visits and gathering evidence. · Preparing and progressing enforcement notices where necessary. · Conducting interviews under caution where required. · Maintaining accurate case records and providing professional advice on enforcement matters.   The ideal candidate will have: · Significant experience in planning enforcement within a local authority setting. · Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload. · Experience undertaking interviews under caution. · Strong written and verbal communication skills. · This is a full-time position (37 hours...

Senior Planning Policy Officer Yorkshire £50-55 per hour   Initial 6 Month Contract   Job Ref - 64646   My local authority client in Yorkshire is looking to source an experienced Town Planning Policy Specialist to operate at Senior or Principal.   The Local Plan team is a multidisciplinary team that are responsible for the preparation, implementation and monitoring of the statutory Local Plan for the district. The team support the districts growth ambitions shaping where and when development can take place alongside assisting the delivery of Neighbourhood Development Plans. The Post provides an exciting opportunity to join a team of professionals working on the preparation, implementation and monitoring of the Local Plan. This will build on the already adopted Local Plan documents to put in place an up-to-date comprehensive plan which supports the district's clean growth ambitions including transformational opportunities.   The Post will require relevant experience in...

Repairs Data Analyst - Hybrid Role Location: Manchester Contract: Up to 3 months Pay: £25 - £27 Umbrella About the Role We're looking for a Repairs Planning Officer to join our team on a hybrid basis. You wil be responsible for providing analytical insight across data linked to a key materials project; supporting informed decision-making, with particular focus on performance monitoring, process compliance and the tracking of materials purchasing. The Repairs Data Analyst responsibilities include: Ensuring that data collected and managed by the Distribution Centre team is accurate, reliable, up to date, and sufficient to support data-driven decision making within the department and wider business. Collating, organising, and analysing data to provide operational and business insight. Identifying trends across datasets to inform investigations, proactive surveys, or planned programmes of work. Producing analysis and reports for the department and wider business, aligned to the...