East Cambridgeshire District Council’s positive and pro-active approach to development  has resulted in a period of growth within the district. We are looking for a driven,  systematic and dynamic Planning Officer to join their team on a permanent basis. 

With a diverse range of buildings and projects in the District, including internationally  renowned heritage and environmental assets, new industrial projects, a major extension  to the north of Ely and retail proposals, there are wide-ranging areas of work to be  enjoyed with this role. East Cambridgeshire is committed to growth, with a positive and  pro-active approach to development. It is open for business with a strong customer  focus.  

In this post you will be required to handle a variety of planning applications. You will be  progressing planning applications from the pre-application stage, through to completion.  You will be expected to visit sites, negotiate with applicants/agents, liaise with statutory  bodies and other consultees, draft committee reports and make presentations for the  Planning Committee, when necessary.  

You will be educated to degree level or hold the equivalent of a planning qualification,  with planning experience and a proven track record of managing a significant caseload.  The Council operates a career grade scheme for Planning Officers and the starting  salary offered to the successful candidate will be dependent upon qualifications and  experience.  

Due to the nature of the job permanent access to a car and a full driver’s licence is  essential.  

In return, the Council offers a range of benefits including: 

▪ Flexible working  

▪ Childcare scheme 

▪ Essential car user allowance (up to £1,239 p.a.)  

▪ Training, development and payment of professional fees 

▪ Occupational health programme 

▪ Holidays, sickness and salary pension scheme entitlements 

Closing date for completed applications is: 24th October 2021 

Interviews will be held on: 4th & 5th November 2021 

For an informal discussion about the post please contact customer services on 01353  665555 and ask to speak to the Planning Team Leader or apply on line at: http://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/jobs/current-job-vacancies

Please note that only candidates selected for interview will be contacted by the HR  Department with the confirmation of an interview. If you have not been contacted by that  date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. 

The Council is an equal opportunities employer.