Principal Planner (Gr J)
Kingston
Role
Who You Are
You are an individual who thrives in an agile and networked organisation. You have a commitment to personal development and a strong interest in a professional planning career. Ideally, you are eligible or hold a chartered membership of the RTPI. You demonstrate resilience, determination, a positive attitude, and a commitment to providing high-quality services.
What the Job Involves
As a Planner within the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, you will work on a range of professional projects in line with the Council’s Corporate Plan and the Strategic Planning and Infrastructure team's goals. Your responsibilities will include processing planning applications, planning enforcement, involvement in spatial planning, preparing reports, and undertaking site visits. You will work closely with colleagues to deliver excellent customer service and support public participation in planning initiatives.
Skills
- Excellent customer service delivery
- Planning and prioritisation
- Strong internal and external partnership building
- Use of new technologies (particularly Google)
- Ability to work flexibly and attend meetings outside normal hours
- Providing clear and well-documented reports
- Sound understanding of planning guidance and legislation
- Ability to manage and resolve planning enforcement issues