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1 x Principal Planner (Policy)

Employer
Telford & Wrekin Council
Location
Telford
Salary
PO10 £38,813 - £41,675
Closing date
19 Dec 2019

Are you looking for a challenge, and a diverse range of work? Do you want to work in an innovative, positive team that shapes and develops the places we live and work in?

                           If so apT want to hear from you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join apT, a pioneering public sector development consultancy, which is part of Telford & Wrekin Council. apT brings together a dynamic team of Planners, Building Surveyors, Highway Engineers, Built Heritage Specialists, Ecologists, and other key specialisms. From the processing of regulatory applications within Telford & Wrekin, to the provision of enhanced services across the region, we are passionate about tailoring spaces and creating places.

From the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution and one of the UK’s first World Heritage Sites, Telford is the fastest growing town in the West Midlands, delivering more than 76 hectares of employment and circa 17,000 new homes over our plan period up to 2031.

Telford offers an exciting opportunity to develop your career! Rich in heritage and natural beauty, Telford is the heart of Shropshire, with a vibrant centre, that’s currently expanding; a 450 acre town park with numerous leisure facilities; excellent transport links, Telford is the gateway between the midlands and Wales.

As a destination of vibrant places, people and experiences Telford has grown and developed into a hub of innovation and investment, that is committed to enabling sustainable development. 

We’re not afraid of a challenge – are you?

The Role:
You will play a key role within the Planning Team helping to deliver the Councils statutory service, in the preparation, monitoring, review and implementation of the Development Plan for the borough.

You will take a lead role in preparing the development plan strategy, supervising projects, providing key input into corporate strategies, and supporting the delivery of Neighbourhood Plans. 

As part of apT you will also have the opportunity to support clients, in the creation of neighbourhood plans, and site representation outside of the borough.  

You will be a Chartered Town Planner, with experience in the production of development plans, and neighbourhood plans, with excellent communication and customer service skills.

To apply please click on the 'Apply Button'

Closing date 19th December 2019

For informal enquiries regarding this post please contact – Gavin Ashford Email: Gavin.ashford@telford.gov.uk or Telephone: 01952 384555

For more information on apT please visit www.apT-group.co.uk

To Apply

For further information and to apply online visit www.telford.gov.uk/jobs Sorry but CVs will not be accepted. We are committed to equality and diversity.

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