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Principal Town Planner Minerals & Waste Location: Oxford Area (Hybrid Working) Working Pattern: Full-Time or Part-Time Considered We are currently recruiting for an experienced planning officerto support minerals and waste planning work for a local authority in the Oxford area. This is a 6-month contract offering hybrid working and flexibility for part-time applicants. This role will involve managing

Principal Planning Engineer Minerals & Waste Location: Oxford Area (Hybrid Working) Working Pattern: Full-Time or Part-Time Considered We are currently recruiting for an experienced Principal Planning Engineer to support minerals and waste planning work for a local authority in the Oxford area. This is a 6-month contract offering hybrid working and flexibility for part-time applicants. This role will involve managing complex planning applications and providing specialist planning advice on minerals and waste developments, helping to support key planning services within the authority. Key Responsibilities Lead the assessment and determination of minerals and waste planning applications, including major and complex proposals. Provide professional planning advice on minerals and waste matters to internal teams, stakeholders, and elected members. Prepare planning reports, committee reports, and technical advice. Manage consultations with statutory consultees, developers, and the public. Support planning policy work relating to minerals and waste planning strategies. Represent the authority at planning committees, meetings, and hearings when required. Ensure compliance with relevant planning legislation and policy frameworks. Requirements Postgraduate degree in Town Planning or a related discipline. Minimum 5 years experience in town planning. Experience dealing with minerals and waste planning applications or similar infrastructure planning work . Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy . Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.

Senior Town Planner Greater Manchester Competitive Salary Plus Benefits Permanent Ref: DB090 A leading planning and environmental consultancy are looking for a Senior Town Planner. The successful candidate will work across a diverse range of projects such as energy, nuclear, regeneration & placemaking, infrastructure, residential, commercial, waste, and minerals. Senior Town Planner Responsibilities Support colleagues in progressing major planning and development projects Manage small to medium-sized planning applications independently Undertake research, site assessments, and policy analysis Prepare planning appraisals for land, buildings, and development concepts Draft planning reports, statements, and application documents Engage with planning officers, consultees, and other third-party stakeholders Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and professional partners Develop innovative and practical planning solutions Take financial responsibility for small and medium-scale projects from inception to completion Stay up to date on planning policy, regulations, and best practice Attend external meetings and events, including delivering presentations when required Senior Town Planner Requirements Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline, with a strong interest in planning Experience within either the public or private sector Chartered or working towards MRTPI Understanding of planning principles and UK planning processes Strong presentation, communication, and technical writing skills A proactive problem-solver with a creative and analytical mindset Why This Role? Competitive salary Annual performance-based bonus Pension contributions Private healthcare Professional membership fees Opportunities for career development and progression Flexible working options, including a blend of home and office-based work A supportive, employee-focused ownership structure with additional associated benefits Interested? Please email your CV to Dina Bunkheila or contact (phone number removed) (phone number removed)