Planning Policy and Infrastructure

Planner - Policy

NS11 £32,234 - £33,782 per annum - Pay Award Pending

37 hours per week

2-year Fixed Term Contract – potential to be made permanent

Newark & Sherwood District Council is a dynamic planning authority, with a programme to deliver growth in the context of a fantastic historic and natural environment. Our diverse District offers opportunities to become involved in a range of different areas of planning practice working with officers across the Council and the community.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Planner to join our busy Planning Policy and Infrastructure Team to support the Council at an incredibly busy time. You will be involved in a range of projects including the review of the Allocations and Development Management DPD, development of SPDs, supporting Neighbourhood Plans and regeneration projects.

You will have previous experience in the development of planning policy, with the ability to work under pressure to meet targets and keep abreast of important issues. Candidates must be educated to degree level and able to attend meetings throughout the district.

As an employer, we can offer flexible hours, enrolment in to a generous local government pension scheme, agile working, a generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service and discounted gym membership. In addition to this, you will be working with a dedicated team who are committed to providing a high-level service to the wide-range of users across the Council and our partners.

For information on the above post please contact Matthew Norton on 01636 655852 or Matthew Tubb on 01636 655850.

Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 17^th January 2022

Interviews: Wednesday 2^nd February 2022

 Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare a disability (as defined under the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed an interview provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specification on their application form.