Senior Planning Officer

Good Afternoon, I am currently representing Lewisham Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience We are looking for a Senior Planning Officer role will be: Hybrid Working SE6 4RU The right candidate will: To act as an authorised officer, taking action on complaints and reported infringements of planning law and regulations on complicated and sensitive cases. To ensure relevant statutory obligations, Council and Directorate policies are effectively implemented. To assist Planning Officers in resolving planning applications and enforcement matters. * To act as the Council’s expert witness in Court prosecution cases, injunctions public inquiries, and High Court appeals as required. * To investigate and determine the appropriate course of action on reported infringements of planning law and regulations. * To investigate history of sites and buildings. Refer to files and the electoral roll. Make site visits, refer to plans and check measurements. * Advise on infringements taking place on site. Ensure that the infringements cease or advise on procedure for obtaining planning permission. * Investigate and interview people under caution using police and criminal evidence (PACE). * Negotiate with complainants and persons in breach of planning control, receive and investigate all complaints regarding alleged breaches of planning. * Draft reports and prepare plans to be agreed by the Planning Enforcement Manager requesting authority to serve Enforcement Notices when infringements continue or planning applications are not made. To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed) If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee. IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE. Look forward to speaking with you soon