Planning Compliance Officer
North Yorkshire County Council
Malton YO17, UK
Published 1 week ago
Business Compliance
Full time
Grade: H
Salary: £30,559 - £33,366 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Hybrid - Work from home and/or our offices in Northallerton, Richmond, or Malton
Join Us in Shaping North Yorkshire's Future
At North Yorkshire Council, our Planning Services are at the core of how we shape and protect the places where people live, work, and thrive. From the characterful villages of the Dales to major infrastructure developments, our Planning team plays a pivotal role in delivering sustainable growth and safeguarding the natural and built environment.
We are now one of the largest Planning Services in the country, offering a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of a newly unified council. As we build a world-class, community-focused service, we are looking for skilled, motivated, and forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.
About the Role
As a Planning Compliance Officer, you'll play a key role in upholding the integrity of our planning system. Your responsibilities will centre on investigating and managing cases of non-compliance with planning permissions, using your judgement, research skills, and ability to negotiate effective solutions.
This includes:
What We're Looking For
We are seeking someone with:
Why Work With Us?
We offer a flexible and modern working environment that supports work-life balance. Our hybrid model allows you to work from home and stay connected to the communities you serve with office hubs in Northallerton, Richmond, and Malton.
You'll benefit from:
How to Apply
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
• Ann Rawlinson - Enforcement Team Manager, Ann.Rawlinson@northyorks.gov.uk
• Craig Allison - Principal Enforcement Officer, Craig.Allison@northyorks.gov.uk
Ready to apply?
Click Apply Now , register your details, remove any personal identifiers from your CV, and upload it by midnight on Sunday 25th May 2025.
Key Dates:
Job Description.docx
Total Rewards
Be part of something bigger. Help us build better places and protect what makes North Yorkshire unique.
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
North Yorkshire Council are committed to the health and safety of our employees and of others including the general public. It has a responsibility to ensure employees who hold a position that is deemed to be safety critical as it requires the performance of duties which are directly related to the safe operation or security of a facility, piece of equipment or vehicle, handling of chemicals or work at height or in confined spaces and which, if not performed properly, could result in a serious safety risk or environmental hazard to employees, a facility or the general public , do not attend work whilst under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Individuals offered employment with North Yorkshire Council will be subject to the Workplace Substance Misuse policy. For safety critical roles as detailed above, random alcohol and drug testing may take place during the course of employment.
Apply now
Salary: £30,559 - £33,366 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Hybrid - Work from home and/or our offices in Northallerton, Richmond, or Malton
Join Us in Shaping North Yorkshire's Future
At North Yorkshire Council, our Planning Services are at the core of how we shape and protect the places where people live, work, and thrive. From the characterful villages of the Dales to major infrastructure developments, our Planning team plays a pivotal role in delivering sustainable growth and safeguarding the natural and built environment.
We are now one of the largest Planning Services in the country, offering a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of a newly unified council. As we build a world-class, community-focused service, we are looking for skilled, motivated, and forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.
About the Role
As a Planning Compliance Officer, you'll play a key role in upholding the integrity of our planning system. Your responsibilities will centre on investigating and managing cases of non-compliance with planning permissions, using your judgement, research skills, and ability to negotiate effective solutions.
This includes:
- Investigating reports of potential planning breaches
- Conducting thorough site inspections and desk-based research
- Engaging with stakeholders to resolve issues informally where possible
- Recommending and preparing formal enforcement actions when required
- Collaborating with internal teams, statutory bodies, and the public
What We're Looking For
We are seeking someone with:
- A solid understanding of Town and Country Planning legislation, policy, and guidance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Experience in investigating complaints or enforcement issues (preferably planning-related)
- A proactive, independent approach with the ability to manage caseloads and meet deadlines
- Confident IT skills, especially in Microsoft Office and digital planning tools
Why Work With Us?
We offer a flexible and modern working environment that supports work-life balance. Our hybrid model allows you to work from home and stay connected to the communities you serve with office hubs in Northallerton, Richmond, and Malton.
You'll benefit from:
- A competitive salary and excellent local government pension scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Flexible working arrangements
- A comprehensive benefits package including salary sacrifice schemes, wellbeing support, shopping discounts, and more
- Commitment to your professional development, including access to training, mentoring, and career progression pathways
How to Apply
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
• Ann Rawlinson - Enforcement Team Manager, Ann.Rawlinson@northyorks.gov.uk
• Craig Allison - Principal Enforcement Officer, Craig.Allison@northyorks.gov.uk
Ready to apply?
Click Apply Now , register your details, remove any personal identifiers from your CV, and upload it by midnight on Sunday 25th May 2025.
Key Dates:
- Application Deadline: Sunday 25 th May 2025
- Interviews: Week commencing, 02 nd June, held in Northallerton
Job Description.docx
Total Rewards
Be part of something bigger. Help us build better places and protect what makes North Yorkshire unique.
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
North Yorkshire Council are committed to the health and safety of our employees and of others including the general public. It has a responsibility to ensure employees who hold a position that is deemed to be safety critical as it requires the performance of duties which are directly related to the safe operation or security of a facility, piece of equipment or vehicle, handling of chemicals or work at height or in confined spaces and which, if not performed properly, could result in a serious safety risk or environmental hazard to employees, a facility or the general public , do not attend work whilst under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Individuals offered employment with North Yorkshire Council will be subject to the Workplace Substance Misuse policy. For safety critical roles as detailed above, random alcohol and drug testing may take place during the course of employment.
Apply now