Planning Compliance Officer and Planning Compliance Assistant

Salary Range and Hours: Planning Compliance officer - Band E, 37,598 - 41,512 Permanent, full-timeSalary Range and Hours: Planning Compliance Assistant - Band D, 32,628 - 36,823 Fixed Term (24 months), full-timeBroadland and South Norfolk District Councils are looking to appoint two new colleagues to join our small but dynamic Planning Compliance Team, helping to safeguard the integrity of the planning system and ensure development takes place in accordance with planning permissions.Two roles are available:Planning Compliance Officer - Permanent, full-timePlanning Compliance Assistant - Fixed-term (2 years), full-timePlease indicate clearly which role you are applying for.About the RoleOur Planning Compliance Team plays a vital role in investigating alleged breaches of planning control, monitoring compliance with planning permissions and conditions, and taking proportionate enforcement action where required.Both roles involve working closely with complainants, developers, landowners, elected members, legal services and internal council teams. Strong communication, negotiation and organisational skills are essentialAbout YouPlanning Compliance OfficerYou will take a lead role in the investigation and resolution of breaches of planning control, including:Investigating complaints through site inspections, interviews, research of planning history and legislation, and preparing clear, factual reports with plans and photographsMonitoring development and compliance with planning ..... full job details .....