****Internal applicants only****
This vacancy is open to internal staff only

About us

Introduction to Warrington:

Investment and market interest in Warrington is strong and is getting stronger. Warrington is one of the most successful towns in the country, regularly being ranked as one of the best places in the UK for economic performance and quality of life for its residents. It is a key gateway, centrally placed within the Northwest of England at the heart of a highly connected network of Motorways, mainline rail and waterways. This accessibility means Warrington can be easily reached from locations in the North West and further afield. 

The Council has an ambitious growth and regeneration programme set out in “Warrington Means Business”. However, Warrington’s distinctiveness is also largely driven by its unique pattern of green spaces – a legacy of the New Town and its green belt setting. Development Management is a priority, frontline service within the Council and has extensive engagement with our elected members, residents, businesses and other stakeholders and, as such, we are looking for a skilled and motivated individual to help deliver the service to meet the ambitious plans for the borough.  

The role

An excellent opportunity for an assistant planning officer has arisen in our Mainstream Applications Team.  You will preferably have some have some experience in the role though it would also suit the right graduate and will help the Council in delivering its Development Management function by dealing with a range of development proposals and by supporting and enabling development opportunities in the borough. 

What's needed?

The person specification sets out essential requirements

Benefits

As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:

• 26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)
• Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme
• Flexible working

Key Dates & Further Information

Applicants will be assessed against the Person Specification requirements and those eligible will be invited for interview.  Those interested can contact the Mainstream applications Team Leader for an informal discussion - Gary Earnshaw, [email protected] - or call on Teams

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer