Planning Opportunities
New opportunities - new direction
We currently have a variety of roles in Planning available in the different Councils across North Yorkshire. This is a unique time to join us as the eight district, borough and county councils in North Yorkshire are coming together in April 2023 to form a new organisation, one unified council. The single council will provide the resilience, scale and financial sustainability to deliver outstanding services, tackle the challenges facing the whole county after the ravages of the COVID-19 pandemic, take advantage of future opportunities and provide secure, varied and interesting career prospects for our staff.
North Yorkshire is a special place. It is a great County with people and businesses who are proud to live here, proud of what they do and of who they are; the people who work for and represent the 8 councils are just the same. We are passionate about the place that we work in and the people for whom we work. We are proud about what we have achieved; confident about the services that we provide and ambitious for the future even through challenging times.
One unified organisation gives us the opportunity to further focus on the way we work, and to work in a more agile and flexible way, centred around our customers. Through local delivery hubs situated across the county we can offer staff increased flexibility as to how and where they work, for some roles the freedom to work anywhere across the county.
A single council will further develop nationally acclaimed essential services. By uniting we will take the best of all council services and have the scale to improve things for everyone living and working here. Whilst April 2023 may seem a long way away, work is underway to unite, unify and transform our councils, ensure we deliver a smooth transition to our new way of working which will benefit us and our residents in North Yorkshire.
So how can you help us?
Planning and development plays a fundamental role in improving the lives of residents and visitors across North Yorkshire. Managing the natural and built environment, ensuring that the future development needs of the county can be accommodated to make it a better place in which to live and work. Whether it be business development or residential, minerals or waste, collectively we strive to deliver the best services we can for the communities we serve.
Fantastic work already takes place across the County:
Scarborough Borough Council leading the regeneration of the Yorkshire Coast with a diverse range of investments and developments; North Yorkshire County Council’s Allerton Waste Recovery Park, Richmondshire in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, currently working on the new Local Plan as well as the Designer Shopping Outlet at Scotch Corner.
North Yorkshire is a place with a strong economy and a commitment to sustainable growth that will enable our residents to fulfil their ambitions and aspirations. Critical to achieving this ambition is delivering the right housing and transport infrastructure, alongside high speed broadband and mobile phone connectivity, whilst protecting the outstanding environment and heritage of the area.
We are looking for Planning professionals at different levels to join us across the county. You do not require experience of working in local government specifically and we welcome applications from wider sectors, with experience of working with large and complex organisations an advantage. You may be early on in your career or a more seasoned professional – join us and see where this journey could take you.
Whilst the requirements of the roles will differ, collectively we are looking for people who are strong communicators, adopt a conscientious approach to their work and have the ability to work well under pressure with conflicting demands/challenges. Take a look at the specific roles we have, each with a detailed Job Profile outlining the requirements.
If successful, you would be appointed to the employing Council of the role to which you apply, however from April 2023 you will transfer to the new council. If you thrive working in an innovative and evolving environment, there has never been a better time to apply!
Depending on your experience and skill set, we have a variety of roles available:
- North Yorkshire County Council
- Location: Hybrid working - County Hall, Northallerton
- Salary: from £44,624 - £48,618 per annum, plus a one off 10% payment for an exceptional candidate and relocation assistance (subject to criteria).
- Permanent, Full time contract
Line Management Responsibility: Yes - manages a team of specialist professionals
Experience / Qualifications:
- Hold a post-graduate Town Planning qualification
- Have attained Charter membership of the RTPI
- Demonstrable attributes to be able to deal with the most complex, controversial and high-profile of cases and issues related to planning preferably minerals and waste-related.
- Detailed understanding of the detailed technical aspects of the various industries relating to minerals and waste such as the oil and gas industry for example.
- Significant experience of managing, leading and developing a Team.
Role Summary
The Team Leader will handle planning applications for minerals development e.g. limestone quarries, sand pits, oil and gas well exploration, appraisal and production sites etc. as well as those for waste developments e.g. recycling centres and energy from waste facilities etc. and those for the County Council’s own developments in respect of its land and buildings e.g. schools, roads, etc.
In addition, they will monitor mineral and waste-related developments in operation around the county to ensure compliance with relevant consents; instigate appropriate investigations and any subsequent enforcement action where non-compliance is discovered or complaints of unauthorised development takes place.
The Team Leader (Planning Services) will have the drive to meet challenges head on, and work successfully with Stakeholders and Clients. Through planning and co-ordinating of work programmes for Planning Services staff they will ensure effective team working arrangements to deliver planning functions that meet national and local framework targets / performance indicators including the setting and monitoring of service plan targets.
They will assist the Head of Planning Services in providing support for the Chair and Committee Members and contribute to the Planning Services Management Team as appropriate.
For an informal conversation about this opportunity, please contact Angela Lacy on 07980 014770.
To apply please send your CV to Sophia.Pawson@northyorks.gov.uk by midnight on Sunday 27th March 2022. If you are interested in more than one opportunity, please just apply once and detail clearly all of the roles you wish to be considered for.
- Salary from £35,745 to £37,728 per annum
- Location: Richmond
- Permanent, 37 hours contract
Line Management Responsibility: Yes – Manages a team of Planning Officers, Enforcement Officers and Technical Staff
Experience / Qualifications:
- Educated to degree level in a relevant subject
- Relevant post qualification experience with demonstrable achievement in professional work.
- Experience of dealing with Major Planning Applications.
- Experience of presenting to Planning Committee.
- Planning Law and Development Management procedures.
- Development and application of I.T. systems for Development Management.
- Member of the RTPI or demonstrable evidence of working towards membership
Role Summary
The Development Management Team Leader works within the Development Management Team to assist the Planning Manager in the delivery of the development management aspects of the Planning Service and to support the Planning Manager in the delivery of technical Town and Country Planning advice. The work includes preparing and presenting reports for Committee and Council meetings when required and assisting the Planning Manager in the management and development of staff within the planning team, including the development of appropriate training programmes.
IT skills and the ability to record information accurately are required, along with a flexible approach to work tasks; an ability to relate to the general public and good negotiating skills. A current driving licence is also essential.
For further information about the role, please contact Bart Milburn on 01748 901135 or bart.milburn@richmondshire.gov.uk.
To apply please send your CV to Sophia.Pawson@northyorks.gov.uk by midnight on Sunday 27th March 2022. If you are interested in more than one opportunity, please just apply once and detail clearly all of the roles you wish to be considered for.
- Organisation: Craven District Council
- Salary: from 35,745 to £37,890 per annum
- Location: Craven
- Permanent, full time contract
Line Management Responsibility: Yes - responsible for planning officers
Experience / Qualifications:
- A relevant/related degree level qualification or equivalent and the ability to complete a professional qualification related to the post held
- Chartered Membership of the RTPI is desirable
- Thorough knowledge of relevant planning legislation
- Experience working in Development Control / Development Management in a Local Authority Planning Team is essential
- Experience managing a team is desirable
Role Summary
Craven District Council wishes to appoint a motivated full time, permanent Principal Planner whose prime responsibility will be the assessment of major and controversial planning applications and support Planning Officers to deliver a successful service.
Craven District Council is a flexible employer and although these posts are full time roles, we are interested to hear from candidates who would like alternative approaches.
The successful candidate will support Members, manage, and give guidance to junior team members, and build strong relationships with the wider public.
The post will be suitable for a candidate who wants to either move into management or focus on major applications. The successful candidate will have wide experience of development management and experience of determining complex planning applications is essential.
For an informal discussion, or if you have any questions about the post, please contact Neville Watson on 01756 706402, or email nwatson@cravendc.gov.uk
To apply please send your CV to Sophia.pawson@northyorks.gov.uk by midnight on Sunday 27th March 2022. If you are interested in more than one opportunity, please just apply once and detail clearly all the roles you wish to be considered for.
- Organisation: Craven District Council
- Salary: from £30,451 to £32,234 per annum
- Location: Craven
- Permanent, full time contract
Line Management Responsibility: None
Experience / Qualifications:
- Hold a relevant/related degree level qualification or equivalent and the ability to complete a professional qualification related to the post held
- Membership of the RTPI is desirable
- Thorough knowledge of relevant planning legislation
- Proven ability and experience of successfully handling complex casework such as major/complex planning and listed buildings applications
- Experience in Development Control or Planning Policy
Role Summary
Craven District Council wishes to appoint a full time, permanent Senior Planning Officer whose principal responsibility will be to process a wide range of applications including major and complex applications.
Craven District Council is a flexible employer and although these posts are full time roles, we are interested to hear from candidates who would like alternative approaches.
Working as a member of the Development Management Team the role will be responsible for advising on pre-application submissions, processing planning and related applications and any subsequent appeals.
The successful candidate will support Members, build strong professional relationships with all stakeholders, and work positively and proactively with identified developers and organisations from inception to site completion.
This post would be suitable for someone looking to take the next step in their career. Some experience in dealing with major and complex applications is essential.
For an informal discussion, or if you have any questions about the post, please contact Neville Watson on 01756 706402, or email nwatson@cravendc.gov.uk
To apply please send your CV to Sophia.pawson@northyorks.gov.uk by midnight on Sunday 27th March 2022. If you are interested in more than one opportunity, please just apply once and detail clearly all the roles you wish to be considered for.
- Organisation: Richmondshire District Council
- Salary: from £30,451 to £32,234 per annum
- Location: Richmond
- 1 x Permanent, 37 hours contract
Line Management Responsibility: Yes - Manages 1 Planning Officer
Experience / Qualifications:
- Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or demonstrable practical experience in a similar role.
- Proven track record of researching, analysing and authorising planning policy.
- Proven understanding of NPPF and the implications of SHELAA and SHMA/OAN.
- Knowledge and experience of development viability
- Understanding of the issues facing rural areas.
- Knowledge of NPPF/NPPG
- Membership of RTPI/RICS desirable
Role Summary
Having just completed the Preferred Options consultation stage of the new Local Plan, the Council requires Two Policy Officers to work within the Planning Team to drive the Plan through the Submission consultation and on to examination. The Policy Officer’s duties will include undertaking research, surveys and assessments to ensure a robust evidence base. They will prepare planning policy advice in the Development Management process and provide policy assistance in terms of monitoring the delivery of services and interpreting and offering guidance in relation to the policies that fall within the responsibility of the team. IT skills are required, as is the ability to record information accurately; to work under pressure; have a flexible approach to work tasks; an ability to relate to the general public; and have good negotiating skills. A current driving licence is also essential.
For further information about the role, please contact Bart Milburn on 01748 901135 or bart.milburn@richmondshire.gov.uk.
To apply please send your CV to Sophia.pawson@northyorks.gov.uk by midnight on Sunday 27th March 2022. If you are interested in more than one opportunity, please just apply once and detail clearly all the roles you wish to be considered for.
- Assistant Planner – North Yorkshire County Council
- Salary from £25,418 - £28,226 per annum
- Location: Hybrid working – County Hall Northallerton and homeworking
- Permanent, full time contract
Are you a newly qualified Royal Town & Country Planning graduate looking to start your career in planning? or just want a change of employer? Do you want to work for a company who pays staff according to their job and not their age? Do you want to work for an employer who promotes work life balance and has your health & wellbeing at heart?
If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then look no further, this is the role for you as NYCC has a number of exciting opportunities available within its Planning Team.
As an Assistant Planner, you will process planning applications and similar submissions in respect of proposals for minerals and waste developments as well as the County Councils own development proposals. You will also, undertake site inspections, attend site meetings including formal Committee Site visits, respond to general enquiries for advice and assistance relating to planning.
In order to be successful in this role, you will need to:
- Hold a post-graduate Town & Country Planning qualification
You will be based within a locality office; however as an organisation we are open to flexible working, which does include homeworking or working from other NYCC offices around the county.
As an employee of NYCC you can expect to receive various benefits. These include generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working, an excellent pension scheme, salary sacrifice car, cycle, technology and childcare schemes and access to our unique package of ‘Everybody Benefits’ shopping vouchers, discounts and more.
For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Angela Lacy on 07980 014770. To apply please send your CV to Sophia.Pawson@northyorks.gov.uk by midnight on Sunday 27th March 2022. If you are interested in more than one opportunity, please just apply once and detail clearly all of the roles you wish to be considered for.
- Location: Hybrid working – County Hall, Northallerton
- Salary from £25,418 - £28,226 per annum
- Permanent, Full time contract
Line Management Responsibility: None
Experience / Qualifications:
- Level 3 qualification in related subject such as geography, geology, environmental science, architecture, surveying etc. or, equivalent relevant experience or, willingness to work towards qualification
- Good literacy and numeracy skills to Level 2 or equivalent
- Understanding of environmental, economic and social issues related to the town and country planning and in particular development control
- Understanding of operational issues relating to minerals and waste development
Role summary
As a Monitoring & Compliance Officer, you will support the Practice Manager in monitoring compliance with all aspects of the development control planning functions undertaken by the County Council in respect of minerals and waste development as well as the County Council’s own development.
You will undertake the monitoring of active and dormant minerals and waste planning permissions in the county in accordance with the Team’s Site Monitoring Regime as well as planning permissions granted in respect of the County Council’s own developments; undertake Site Monitoring Visits to ensure compliance with planning consents; to produce in a timely way Site Monitoring Reports following each scheduled Site Visit; and in addition to ensure that invoices are sent to landowners/operators for each visit/report and are paid. You will also produce an Annual Monitoring Report in respect of each site.
As an essential requirement, you will hold a Level 3 qualification in related subject such as geography, geology, environmental science, architecture, surveying etc (or equivalent relevant experience/ willingness to work towards qualification). Due to the nature of the role, you must hold a full drivers licence.
For an informal conversation about this opportunity, please contact Angela Lacy on 07980 014770.
To apply please send your CV to Sophia.Pawson@northyorks.gov.uk by midnight on Sunday 27th March 2022. If you are interested in more than one opportunity, please just apply once and detail clearly all of the roles you wish to be considered for.
- Organisation: Craven District Council
- Salary: from £22,183 to £27,041 per annum
- Location: Craven
- Permanent, full time contract
Line Management Responsibility: None
Experience / Qualifications:
- Must have the ability to complete a professional qualification related to the post held
- Degree or equivalent in Town and Country Planning or related subject is desirable
- Knowledge of relevant planning legislation
- Experience of working within an office and successfully handling complex information
- Ability to work well within a team environment
Role Summary
Craven District Council wishes to appoint two full time, permanent Planning Officer whose principal responsibility will be to process a range of planning applications.
Craven District Council is a flexible employer and although these posts are full time roles, we are interested to hear from candidates who would like alternative approaches.
Working as a member of the Development Management Team the role will be responsible for advising on pre-application submissions, processing planning and related applications and supporting subsequent appeals. The successful candidate will have positive communication skills and build strong relationships with all stakeholders.
This post would be suitable for someone looking to take their first step on their planning career. To support this development the Council will fully fund successful candidate’s Master’s Degree. Some experience of working in development management is desirable but not essential.
For an informal discussion, or if you have any questions about the post, please contact Neville Watson on 01756 706402, or email nwatson@cravendc.gov.uk
To apply please send your CV to Sophia.pawson@northyorks.gov.uk by midnight on Sunday 27th March 2022. If you are interested in more than one opportunity, please just apply once and detail clearly all the roles you wish to be considered for.
What can we offer you?
A unique professional development opportunity. Rarely is there an opportunity to work with such complexity and scale. As we progress with unifying and transforming the new council we will provide colleagues with professional development support, alongside the opportunity to work with our high performing Planning teams.
We can offer you a range of employee benefits including a competitive salary, generous leave entitlement, flexible working hours, a government pension scheme as well as a variety of retail discounts.
We benefit from access to modern technology which has enabled us to work from home pre-, during and post the COVID-19 pandemic. These opportunities are no exception and successful candidates will be fully enabled to work from home, their office base and with the opportunity to work across the region.
Public sector knowledge is not required, however you will have a strong moral purpose that will be central to your approach and will enable you to gain job satisfaction by making a difference to the residents we serve through successful Planning solutions.
New to the North Yorkshire region?
North Yorkshire is a thriving region which adapts to our changing world and remains a special place for everyone to live, work and visit.
The region's natural beauty is captured in its three areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, National Nature Reserves, stunning coastlines, scenic rural villages, vibrant cities and market towns.
North Yorkshire features significantly in the ten best places to live in the UK in the Halifax Quality of Life Survey 2019. The Quality of Life index aims to quantify where living standards are highest in the UK by ranking local performance across a range of indicators; Richmondshire was placed second in the list, a position boosted by excellent personal wellbeing factors (life satisfaction, happiness). Hambleton was placed fourth and Ryedale was placed eighth, a truly commendable achievement and another incredible accolade for North Yorkshire.
Figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) March 2019 bulletin positions North Yorkshire as the safest place in England with extremely low crime rates.
The City of York is regularly voted one of the best places to live and visit in the UK. The city was named the best place to live in the North and North East by The Sunday Times 2019. With a population of 200,000, it’s big enough to feel lively but small enough to feel like home.
In addition, the county benefits from excellent road and rail links, with easy access via the east coast mainline, the A1(M) and A19. Leeds, Doncaster, Newcastle, Durham and Teesside are all easily commutable, and London and Edinburgh just two hours away by train.
From its lively cities to pretty villages, rolling countryside and grand coastline, the region has so much to offer including a high standard of living working in a stunning location.
Contact us and apply now
If you feel any of these roles are something you could be interested in and would like to know more, please get in touch with the named contact on the individual role. If you have a question about the recruitment process in general, you can contact Sophia Pawson on 01609 533807, or email Sophia.Pawson@northyorks.gov.uk
To apply please send your CV to Sophia.Pawson@northyorks.gov.uk by midnight on Sunday 27th March 2022. If you are interested in more than one opportunity, please just apply once and detail clearly all of the roles you wish to be considered for.
It is important that your CV includes: your full contact details (telephone, email, address), full employment history (name of employer, job titles, dates of employment and salary), full education history (qualification, grade, dates and place of study), explanation of any gaps in employment and the contact details of at least two referees including your current / most recent employer indicating whether you consent to us contacting each referee prior to interview.
Your personal statement should outline your motivation for applying and how you meet the criteria for the role.
We will not accept applications from agencies.
Closing date: Sunday 27th March 2022
Interview dates: anticipated week commencing 4th April 2022.
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