Principal Planning Enforcement Officer - Reading, United Kingdom - Reading Borough Council

Reading Borough Council
Reading Borough Council
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Reading, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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An opportunity to work flexibly including home working


We are seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious and motivated individual to lead our Planning Enforcement Team and contribute to delivering our vision and values whilst protecting the quality of life of our residents.


We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success.

Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.


About the role

  • Responding to reports of unauthorised development, providing expediency responses for your enforcement cases, and progressing cases through to formal enforcement action.
  • You will help set up the team's processes with the aim of really making an impact on how planning enforcement is carried out in Reading.
  • You will actively manage your own caseload and be involved in all aspects of work covered by the Planning Enforcement Team, as well as directing and guiding team members.
  • As line manager for the team you will be responsible for conducting regular performance reviews and be responsible for target setting.
  • Interacting with other stakeholders and customer groups will be essential and you will be the main point of contact for complaints, freedom of information requests, Councillor contacts, and liaison with the legal team to instigate formal action and authorise statutory notices.
  • You will support and report to the Community Protection Group Manager and will be required to make operational decisions and work across functions to find solutions to problems.


There will be the requirement for some work outside of normal office hours to undertake inspections and attend public meetings ad required.

You will need a flexible approach to your work.


You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability.

As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.

Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success.

Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:


Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading


Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees' skills are developed and used effectively


Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential


Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity


About you

  • You must have a recognised Qualification in Planning Enforcement, Town and Country Planning, or equivalent experience in the specialist area.
  • Extensive experience in a public sector enforcement role including experience in planning enforcement or development control/development management.
  • Proven experience in preparing evidence, including the preparation of witness statements and of interviewing offenders in accordance with current legislation (RIPA /PACE etc).
  • Proven experience of preparation and presentation of evidence in court in connection with prosecutions and associated matters.
  • You must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, members of the public and other agencies, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to manage a diverse and busy team.
  • Ability to continuously improve working practices and lead on projects.
  • Driving license is essential.
  • You must have up to date knowledge of legislation, relevant codes and best practice.

Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across.

Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.

A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:

  • Generous holiday entitlement
  • 24 days holiday each year plus bank holidays
  • rising to 32 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave
  • A wide range of flexible working opportunities
  • Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
  • Life Assurance three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)
  • Onsite day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted, and a salary sacrifice scheme to help lower the cost of your nursery fees
  • Season Ticket Loan a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work
  • Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee include
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