Principal Planner
Blackpool Council, Queenstown, Blackpool
Principal Planner
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Blackpool Council, Queenstown, Blackpool
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 30 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
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Full Job Description
You will lead on the preparation and review of the new Blackpool Local Plan, future Supplementary Plans and supporting strategies and evidence. This is a senior, hands-on role involving the management of complex evidence, policy development, stakeholder engagement and the presentation of evidence at examination.
You will provide specialist planning policy advice on major and significant development proposals, manage and support junior staff, and play a key role in shaping high quality, sustainable development across the borough.
Why Blackpool?
Blackpool offers a distinctive planning environment. As a major seaside resort, the borough faces unique challenges and opportunities including tourism-led development, economic diversification, town centre and inner area renewal, housing delivery, heritage protection and coastal change - a dynamic experience well beyond that of a typical local authority.
Career Development Opportunities
This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your leadership, technical and strategic planning skills. You will gain experience across the full plan-making process, working on complex issues and helping to shape the borough's long-term growth.
You will hold a degree in Planning (or related discipline) and be RTPI chartered, with substantial experience in planning policy and Local Plan preparation. You will have strong analytical, report writing and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex workloads, influence stakeholders and provide clear professional advice.
Shape the future of Blackpool!
If you are looking for a fresh challenge, if you want a unique opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of the nation's favourite seaside destination then this could be the job for you.
Blackpool Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Planner (Planning Policy) to take a leading role in the preparation and delivery of planning policy that underpins the borough's regeneration and long-term sustainability. Working under the guidance of the Head of Planning - Strategy and Transport Policy, you will lead on key aspects of plan-making, evidence development and policy advice.