Senior Planning Enforcement Officer
West Midlands | 6-Month Contract | £40-£50 per hour (DOE)
Are you an experienced Senior Planning Enforcement Officer looking for your next contract opportunity?
We are working with a Local Authority in the West Midlands seeking an experienced Planning Enforcement professional to join their team on an initial 6-month contract.
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a varied enforcement caseload, working on complex planning breaches while providing technical expertise and support to the wider planning service.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a complex caseload of planning enforcement investigations from initial complaint through to resolution.
- Prepare and serve Planning Contravention Notices, Enforcement Notices, Breach of Condition Notices and other formal notices.
- Conduct site visits and gather evidence to support enforcement action.
- Negotiate with landowners, developers and agents to achieve compliance where appropriate.
- Prepare prosecution and appeal documentation, working closely with Legal Services.
- Provide advice and guidance to colleagues, elected members and other stakeholders on planning enforcement matters.
Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Planning Enforcement Officer within a UK Local Authority.
- Strong working knowledge of planning legislation and enforcement procedures.
- Experience managing complex and sensitive enforcement cases independently.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and report-writing skills.
- Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision.
Contract Details
- Location: West Midlands
- Contract: Initial 6 months
- Rate: £40-£50 per hour (dependent on experience)
- Start: ASAP
- Working Pattern: Flexible/hybrid working available (subject to council requirements).
If you're an experienced Planning Enforcement professional looking for your next contract, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
