Development Management Officer

We are now looking for an enthusiastic person to join our Development Management team, where you will be responsible for taking on a diverse caseload of planning and other development-related applications. Whether recently qualified, or an experienced officer, to succeed in this role it is essential that you are outcome-focused and dedicated to achieving high-quality development. You should have a sound understanding of current and emerging planning legislation, be a good problem solver and be able to identify solutions that will achieve the best results for both our applicants and communities. You will be the lead planning officer for a variety of applications, and supported by senior colleagues as your knowledge and career develops. This post benefits from flexible working, a minimum of 29 days annual leave and an essential car user allowance.

To be eligible for this role, candidates must be qualified to at least degree level in a planning related discipline and hold (or be eligible for) membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).

West Lindsey is one of the largest districts in England, covering 1,156km2 and with a population of around 95,000 people. We are a predominantly rural district, with an administrative centre in Gainsborough on the River Trent, and the historic market towns of Market Rasen and Caistor to the east, nestling into the Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The Development Management Team receives over 1,500 applications a year for planning permission, listed building consent, advertisement consent and other related applications.