Planning Advisor - 7148
2
South West
Bodmin , Exeter
Sir John Moore House, Manley House
Staff Grade 3
Permanent
Full Time
Planning
£22,433
Our vision is to make Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly an even better place for people and wildlife.
If you share this vision, and can use your skills to help us influence and engage a wide range of customers to deliver outcomes for the environment we would love for you to work in our Sustainable Places Team.
You'll help our team provide multifunctional responses to development planning proposal consultations from a number of Local Planning Authorities to promote sustainable development.
Our work is varied and covers a range of environmental matters such as flood risk, water quality, water resources, contaminated land and biodiversity. By working in partnership with colleagues in our technical teams and by operating a ‘Yes if’ approach you'll help to secure significant environmental benefits and promote sustainable growth through development planning.
A key part of the role will be to build and sustain relationships with both our internal and external customers.
If you share this vision, and can use your skills to help us influence and engage a wide range of customers to deliver outcomes for the environment we would love for you to work in our Sustainable Places Team.
You'll help our team provide multifunctional responses to development planning proposal consultations from a number of Local Planning Authorities to promote sustainable development.
Our work is varied and covers a range of environmental matters such as flood risk, water quality, water resources, contaminated land and biodiversity. By working in partnership with colleagues in our technical teams and by operating a ‘Yes if’ approach you'll help to secure significant environmental benefits and promote sustainable growth through development planning.
A key part of the role will be to build and sustain relationships with both our internal and external customers.
You'll be part of a small, pro-active team that takes pride in achieving successful outcomes for the environment within set timescales. We manage a number of high profile and complex proposals with a wide range of environmental issues. This will give you a real opportunity to get a wide experience of how the work of the Agency influences new development and maximises environmental benefits for our communities.
To be a successful Planning Advisor you'll have a proven track record of excellent customer service, have good communication skills and work effectively as part of a team. You'll also be well organised and be able to work to deadlines.
Other key requirements for this role include flexibility and adaptability in dealing with changes in the way we work driven by both internal and external drivers. Experience of Town and Country Planning would be beneficial.
Other key requirements for this role include flexibility and adaptability in dealing with changes in the way we work driven by both internal and external drivers. Experience of Town and Country Planning would be beneficial.
Closing Date: 22nd December 2017 at 23:55 hours
Robin Leivers on robinj.leivers@environment-agency.gov.uk or 07876257123
Robin Leivers on robinj.leivers@environment-agency.gov.uk or 07876257123
22/12/2017, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Works in Teams
Works co-operatively as part of a team to achieve common goals.
Communicates Effectively
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Customer and Partner Relations
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses.
Driving Licence
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.