Technical Officer (Planning and Environmental Enforcement)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Kidderminster; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000

Job description

About us

Worcestershire Regulatory Services (WRS) is the Shared Environmental Health and Licensing Service for all six Worcestershire District Councils, hosted by Bromsgrove District Council. WRS delivers the Planning Enforcement and Environmental Crime functions on behalf of Bromsgrove and Redditch District Councils. Seen as a high priority, we work closely with the Development Management Team to deliver the enforcement services. WRS is based at Wyre Forest House in Kidderminster. As part of Bromsgrove District Council, we are committed to being a customer-driven organisation, with our customers at the heart of everything we do, focused on improving delivery services that make a difference to the community that we serve.

The role

We are looking to recruit to one full-time permanent position and one full-time temporary position (until May 2026) to join our busy, forward-thinking service. You will be part of our Environmental Enforcement team, where we are looking for highly driven planning enforcement officers to join our team.

You will need to have enthusiasm, a commitment to accuracy, and good customer service. You must have the ability to work independently and have the confidence in using your own judgement and initiative whilst also working effectively as part of a wider multidisciplinary team. Training will be provided for those keen to learn and progress.

We are predominantly home-based but with a flexible hybrid approach to working that allows opportunities to work from an office environment at the WRS offices in Kidderminster whilst working on site in Bromsgrove and Redditch district areas.

Key requirements

You must have a science-related qualification, such as A-levels (Grade 5) or a degree/further qualification in a relevant subject (such as Environmental Health/Science, Town Planning, Construction Management, legal qualifications) or a related subject (grade 6). However, this post is career graded across Grades 5, 6, and 7 in order that the service may recruit people with limited experience in the field and develop them.

The initial appointment will be based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant in relation to the different levels within the post Job Description. Progression between grades is based on achieving and demonstrating competencies, qualifications, and the needs of the service.

Skills & experience

Desirable skills include:

• An ability to provide advice and information to the public and/or businesses on legislation related to Planning Enforcement or wider regulatory services.
• Carry out routine inspections of property and land to collect evidence and supporting information to enable enforcement decisions to be taken.
• An ability to prepare, interpret and analyse reports and data sets and produce summary reports and advice for submission to a range of stakeholders.
• An ability to understand and analyse complex problems and interpret and implement complex legislative provisions.
• Ability to communicate to a variety of audiences and to negotiate to gain support on key issues.
• Ability to organise oneself in the face of conflicting demands and priorities, responding positively and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet multiple deadlines and performance targets.
• Willing to appear as a witness and give evidence in Court when required.
• Good oral and written skills to include report writing and presentation.

Additional information

Career graded posts based on experience, knowledge, and skills (as at 01/04/2024): Technical Officer Grade 5 (£28,624-£31,067) through Grade 6 (£31,067-£34,314) up to Senior Technical Officer Grade 7 (£35,235-£39,513).

We offer the following benefits:

• Support for continuing professional development and progression.
• Home working focus, with supplied IT equipment and dedicated IT assistance.
• Flexible working scheme, which includes the ability to work flexible hours and a range of other flexible and part-time working patterns.
• 25 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years local government service plus statutory holidays and one fixed day per annum.
• Smart modern offices with free and secure staff parking at Wyre Forest House, Kidderminster.
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Use of 24-hour employee assistance programme offering free legal and personal advice.

If you require further information please contact Toni Ainscough, (Principal Officer) on 01562 738035 or email [e-mail].

The Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Wednesday 30th April 2025 (midnight).

Interviews are expected to take place week commencing W/C 5th May 2025.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all Sections of the Community.

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