Senior Planning Officer

Place & Economy Department - Planning & Building Control

There is currently one permanent, full-time post in the Development Planning and Policy Section.

Development Management for supporting: policy development; development plans; updating development management policies; reviewing guidance; development of planning frameworks; processing of planning applications and appeals; enforcement of planning controls and delivery of other planning related functions such as conservation and protection of trees.

Responsible for the day to day management and development of Planning Officers, Assistant Planning Officers and any technical or other staff within the Development Planning and Policy or Development Management Units.

To provide support to the Principal Planning Officer in meeting all statutory requirements and ensuring effective performance management, training and development for staff within the team to meet the needs of the business and all customers in accordance with best practice standards and other performance indicators.

As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, applications from this group would be particularly welcome.
And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.
As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

About the department

ThePlace and Economy Departmentdrives thefuture growth, regeneration, and economic developmentof Belfast and this work aligns with the aims and objectives of theBelfast AgendaandCorporate Plan. Key areas of responsibility include:

• City Centre Regeneration & Investment – Delivering policies, plans, and projects that shape the future of Belfast.
• Economic Development – Supporting high-growth sectors, small businesses, skills development, and employability.
• Planning & Building Control – Overseeing development management, enforcement, and the Local Development Plan (LDP) .
• International Relations & Tourism – Promoting Belfast as a key global destination for investment and culture .
• Major Events & Venues – Managing strategic assets including Waterfront and Ulster Hall, Belfast Zoo, Belfast Castle, and Malone House and supporting the development of culture, heritage and the arts.

This department plays a vital role in:

• Aligning regional and city-wide development strategies.
• Drivinginclusive growththrough business support and inward investment.
• Enhancing the city's infrastructure, housing, and transport networks.
• Showcasing Belfast as a hub for tourism, heritage, and the arts.
• Overseeing strategic grant programmes to support community and economic initiatives.

The department plays a pivotal role in ensuring Belfast is an attractive, sustainable, and inclusive place to live, work, and visit.

Place & Economy Department - Planning & Building Control

City & Neighbourhood Services Department

City & Neighbourhood Services Department

Section:

City Services Resources & Fleet

Contract type:

Permanent

Vacancy type:

Full-time