Minerals & Waste Lead Planning Officer

Minerals & Waste Lead Planning Officer 3-Month Contract

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
Full-Time
£47.09 per hour
The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Minerals & Waste Lead Planning Officer to join our client on an initial 3-month contract. This is a senior leadership role supporting the Head of Planning Policy & Placemaking , with responsibility for overseeing the operational management and strategic delivery of Minerals & Waste Planning services.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned planning professional to lead on high-profile policy development, development management, and service transformation.
Purpose of the Role You will lead on all matters relating to the Councils statutory responsibilities for Minerals & Waste Planning, ensuring delivery of a high-quality, efficient, and customer-focused service .
The role spans:
Plan-making and policy development
Development management of planning applications
Service improvement and transformation
Leadership of a specialist planning team
You will also play a key role in promoting sustainable development, environmental protection, and the circular economy.
Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Minerals & Waste Planning team, including Principal Planning Officers
Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with legislation and corporate objectives
Work collaboratively across planning teams in a matrix management structure
Deputise for the Head of Policy & Placemaking when required
Lead the preparation, review, and delivery of the Minerals & Waste Local Plan
Ensure a robust and up-to-date policy framework is maintained
Represent the Council at regional and national planning forums
Provide expert advice to senior stakeholders, Members, and external bodies
Oversee complex Minerals & Waste planning applications
Ensure high-quality, timely decision-making processes
Represent the Council at hearings, inquiries, and examinations
Lead public consultation and community engagement activities xwzovoh
Attend and represent the Council at committees, boards, and public meetings
Build strong relationships with developers, stakeholders, and partner authorities

About You Degree in Town Planning (or equivalent) eligible for RTPI membership
Chartered RTPI status (or working towards)
Extensive knowledge of the UK planning system , including NPPF
Significant senior-level experience in Minerals & Waste Planning
Proven track record in: Planning policy development or
Development management of Minerals & Waste applications

Strong stakeholder engagement experience (Members, developers, public)
Excellent communication and report-writing skills