4 Architecture jobs in Devizes, Wiltshire

In this role, you'll lead different planning projects, working closely with the community and stakeholders to create important new developments. You'll assess various planning applications and enquiries, and appeals, all while helping shape Wiltshire's overall vision for the future. While you won't manage others directly, you'll mentor junior planning officers, ensuring their work follows council rules and national standards.

• Degree in a subject related to planning (e.g., planning, architecture or heritage) OR a non-graduate with sufficient planning or planning-related experience.
• A higher qualification accredited by the RTPI (e.g. a Diploma in Town Planning, a Master's Degree in Town Planning).
• Strong IT and GIS skills, expert knowledge of planning laws and experience handling complex cases, appeals, and negotiations.
• Great communication, organisation, decision-making skills, and a good understanding of local government processes.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a motor vehicle.
  
  Wiltshire is one of the UK's largest unitary councils, with 5,300 public servants helping residents live their best lives.
Our Mission Ensure Wiltshire's people live full, healthy, and enriched lives. Create beautiful communities that are exciting places to live. Generate a thriving economy, supported by a skilled workforce. To take the lead in mitigating the climate challenges ahead. Commitment to equality & inclusion As an Includability Committed Employer, Inclusivity is a key element of 'Our Identity'. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in employment and the delivery of our services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion. Our Inclusive Workforce Strategy outlines our approach and commitment to diversity and inclusion. Meanwhile, staff-led networks help us shape an inclusive workplace with the support of leaders. Working with us This is a place with an inclusive can-do culture, where talented people thrive. An agile, high-performing organisation that offers award-winning benefits and recognises effort. Our team are proud to build the best possible communities in partnership with residents, thinking innovatively. With our shared mission, we make a difference - an unbeatable feeling. Our Planning Service At the heart of Wiltshire's growth and development, we ensure that every decision we make promotes high-quality place-shaping, guided by policy and best practices in urban design. As a statutory and regulatory service, we're responsible for delivering housing and employment in line with our adopted Local Plan. We're on an exciting journey to elevate our planning services, and we're looking for passionate professionals to be part of this transformation. Last spring, our Director of Planning invited the Planning Advisory Service for a Peer Review. This has set the stage for an ambitious transformation programme launched at the end of last year. To support this initiative, we're investing £1 million in additional staffing, creating new opportunities across all service areas. Why us? Outstanding career development opportunities. Wiltshire has amazing heritage and beautiful landscapes. Get involved in exciting projects. Hybrid working with modern open plan offices and great staff benefits. With varied and interesting workloads.

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. As part of our agile and high-performing team, you'll enjoy:
• Flexible working hours
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Hybrid working arrangements with modern, open-plan offices in our hubs at Trowbridge, Chippenham, and Salisbury.
• Career development opportunities.
• Exciting and varied projects that make a real difference to our communities.