Planning Officer - Enforcement Lv10 (Interim)

Position: Planning Officer Location: Glebe Street, Stoke on Trent, ST4 1RN Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £ 39.06 per hour Job Reference: (phone number removed) What We Are Looking For We are seeking an experienced Planning Officer specialising in Enforcement to manage a varied caseload of planning breaches. You will be confident working independently, handling complex enforcement matters, and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders. Job Responsibilities Manage and deliver a varied caseload of planning enforcement cases Investigate alleged breaches of planning control and assess appropriate action Prepare and issue enforcement notices, breach of condition notices, and related documentation Conduct site visits and inspections across the borough Gather evidence and prepare reports for legal proceedings where required Liaise with internal teams, elected members, developers, agents, and the public Negotiate resolutions to planning breaches where appropriate Ensure cases are progressed within set timescales and in line with legislation Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of enforcement activity Support legal proceedings and attend hearings where necessary Person Specification Must Have Relevant qualification in Town Planning or related field or eligibility for Chartered Membership of the RTPI Proven experience in planning enforcement within a local authority setting ..... full job details .....