The Friday Five 22.11.24
It's The Friday Five, our weekly curation of top town planning jobs currently advertised on Planner Jobs. This week, opportunities in Cardiff, cheltenham or Elkstone; Andover; Oxford; and York. Have a read...
1. SENIOR TO PRINCIPAL LANDSCAPE PLANNER, EDP
Location: Cardiff, Cheltenham or Elkstone
The job: "We’re The Environmental Dimension Partnership Ltd but most people know us as EDP. We’re a highly regarded environmental planning and design consultancy with a reputation for delivering a high-quality service for our clients.
"We’re seeking landscape architects and environmental professionals to join our multi-disciplinary Team, based at either our Elkstone, Cheltenham or Cardiff offices.
"We are looking for talented, enthusiastic and highly organised team players to join the growing Landscape team, working across a range of project sizes, types and complexities including world class leisure facilities, new settlements and renewable energy projects.
"This is an excellent opportunity for you to develop professional skills and technical ability, working closely with our existing team of experienced and respected landscape architects and the wider EDP team.
"You will share our desire to create environmentally-responsive and exceptional places; and be at the leading edge of professional best practice. This will include an involvement in LVA/LVIA, ES Chapters, landscape management plans and landscape strategy documents."
2. SENIOR PLANNING OFFICER (MATERNITY COVER), TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Location: Andover, Hampshire
The job: "These are dynamic times in Test Valley as we meet the challenge of accommodating the new housing and commercial growth we need to plan for across the borough, and deliver masterplan led regeneration projects in Andover and Romsey, as well as contributing to the council’s ambitious climate change agenda.
"We're hoping that you will join us to help deliver what our communities and unique environment needs. The post provides opportunities to work creatively on a wide variety of development schemes. With a positive attitude to development, you’ll be responsible for your own caseload of interesting and complex applications, attending committee and representing the council at appeal.
"With previous experience of working in development management, you’ll be a confident communicator, with the ability to work proactively with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including councillors, parish councils, planning agents and members of the public.
"Test Valley comprises a diverse and attractive natural and built environment, including the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, historic town of Romsey, and the River Test, along with largest settlement of Andover, which is the commercial centre of the borough."
3. PRINCIPAL PLANNER, SENRIO PLANNER, PLANNER, ASSISTANT PLANNER, OXFORD CITY COUNCIL
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
The job: Positions available:
- Principal planner (development management)
- Senior planner (development management)
- Assistant planner/planner (planning policy)
"Oxford City Council is seeking talented individuals to join our Planning teams, with opportunities available in development management, major projects and planning policy.
"Oxford is a world-renowned city with an international reputation, and our development management team has played a pivotal role in transforming its landscape. From the £440m Westgate Shopping Centre to the 885-home urban extension at Barton and the mixed-use, employment-led development at Oxford North, we’ve shaped projects that define Oxford’s future.
"We also work on initiatives for prestigious employers in Oxford’s historic core, balancing the demands of modern development with the unique character of one of the world’s most iconic cities.
"This is your chance to help shape Oxford’s growth and development while contributing to an exemplary planning service. Whether you’re looking for a full-time or part-time role, we’d love to hear from you."
4. PRINCIPAL PLANNER (POLICY), BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
The job: "Bedford Borough lies at the heart of the Oxford to Cambridge Arc. The council is a member of the Oxford to Cambridge Pan–Regional Partnership whose role is to champion the region as a world leader of environmentally sustainable innovation and business. We have excellent transport connections and the forthcoming East-West Rail will include stops in the south of the borough as well as in the heart of Bedford. This makes the borough an excellent choice for investment.
"We're committed to a major programme of sustainable growth which will shape the borough for generations to come. This will deliver thousands of new homes, regenerate our town centres, deliver environmental enhancements and secure an improved transport system.
"We have a good track record of plan making and can offer you the opportunity to get involved in all stages of local plan preparation, from evidence gathering and policy development through to plan examination and adoption. You'll also have the opportunity to help communities with their neighbourhood plans and support all aspects of local plan policy implementation and monitoring."
5. ASSISTANT PLANNING ADVISER, NATIONAL TRUST
Location: York, North Yorkshire
The job: "We're looking for an assistant planning adviser in the North region. You’ll be working on diverse projects in some of the UK’s best-loved places, increasing your knowledge and experience in managing policy and development.
"You’ll be part of the Trust’s internal consultancy: a flexible resource of specialist skills and expertise. As one of a multidisciplinary team of experts, including curators, fundraisers, building surveyors and project managers, you’ll be working with others to help make things happen.
"Your contractual place of work will be the National Trust office at York. Our hybrid working policy means you can balance office and home working with site visits and meetings at other National Trust places.
"You’ll provide professional planning advice and support, working with colleagues in the consultancy and at National Trust places throughout the region/country. You’ll also work with planners across the Trust, with opportunities for training, professional development and sharing knowledge.
"You’ll be working on all kinds of challenges from major infrastructure projects to the sensitive development of the Trust’s historic buildings to help sustain their future, tackle climate change and make them more accessible for everyone. You’ll have the chance to get involved with a wide range of planning issues, with a particular focus on conservation.
"Mentored by a senior planning adviser, you’ll be helping many different Trust places with their planning matters and advising on development proposals. You’ll also monitor and respond to external planning applications, and consultations on local and neighbourhood plans."
