Development Management Officer

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

We are looking to recruit an experienced and highly motivated individual to join the Council’s Development Management Service for a period of 12 months.

Ideally, we are looking for a qualified, experienced Development Management Officer; however, consideration will be given to applicants working within the built environment, with experience/qualifications in architecture, conservation, or the built heritage.

The post offers a range of diverse professional challenges and the ability to influence the future shape of communities across the County. Being an integral part of the Council’s ambition of developing and improving the quality of life and opportunities for residents, the corporate importance of the service is recognised. We will expect you to be creative, innovative, and able to find solutions.

On a day-to-day basis, you will:

1. Assist in the preparation and provision of a professional planning service by sensitively managing land usage and development in the County.
2. Process applications for planning permission.
3. Undertake the efficient and effective investigation of breaches of planning control and legislation within the County and utilise appropriate enforcement interventions as necessary.

We are looking to recruit an individual:

1. With a degree or equivalent in Town and Country Planning or related discipline.
2. With a good understanding of permitted development rights and experience of dealing with a variety of planning applications and enforcement cases.
3. With an ability to communicate impartially and effectively with a wide range of people at various levels.
4. With an ability to work with limited supervision and to work to tight deadlines.
5. With a strong commitment to providing a high-quality service to the public and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.

The post requires a degree of fluency in the Welsh language. Please note that a successful applicant without the required Welsh language skill will be fully supported to reach the required standard within two years of appointment.

For an informal discussion, please contact Catrin Newbold (Service Manager – Development Management) on Tel: (01545) 572131.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

What we offer

• Work-life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development

Where you'll work

Economy and Regeneration

We play a fundamental role in the delivery of the Council’s key Corporate Strategy objective that seeks to boost the economy of the County and the Mid Wales region. We are organised into three main sections: Economy, Planning, and Property Services. Our primary functions include:

• Growth and Enterprise: Supporting economic growth and regeneration locally and across the region; Growing Mid Wales; the Corporate Estate and Development Opportunities; Project Support; European and local funding; Food Centre Wales and supporting Agri-Food development; Tourism promotion and development; Tourist Information Centres; Coast and Countryside.
• Planning Services: Supporting growth through Planning and Building Control Services; Strategic and Local Land Use Planning Policy; Development Management; Building Control; and Land Searches.
• Property Services: Supporting the Council’s programme through Project Management; Property and Building Maintenance; Facilities Management; Carbon Management; and the Efficient Use of Council Property.

County Hall is a historic building, centrally located in the pleasant harbour town of Aberaeron. Whilst the County Hall is one of our smaller offices, it houses the town's public library and is therefore a popular hub for the community.

Aberaeron is a picture-perfect harbour town and is one of Ceredigion's best-loved holiday destinations with fashionable places to stay and eat.