Website East Cambridgeshire District Council
· Post number: PLN081
· £31,022 to £34,434 per annum plus benefits
· Full time, permanent
Love seeing a plan come to life? Are you passionate about seeing developments delivered exactly as promised
The council is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual to ensure developments across the district meet their conditions and legal obligations and adhere to approved plans.
Working within our Planning Services team, you will monitor on-site progress, track developer contributions and where necessary take enforcement action against breaches.
We are seeking a standout communicator who takes pride in delivering a high-quality service with a proactive, ‘can-do’ attitude.
With 4 GCSE’s (grade C or grade 4 above) or equivalent, including English and Maths. You will have experience in dealing with the general public, within a customer service environment and responding to written and oral enquiries.
Ideal candidates will be able to read and interpret maps, plans and technical drawings, as well as ensuring accuracy and meeting tight deadlines.
For this role, you will need to have a driving license and access to a car for site visits.
We do offer hybrid working arrangements, the minimum expectation for this role is to be present in the office at least 3 days per week.
In return, the council offers a range of benefits including:
- flexible working
- childcare scheme (in approved cases)
- training and development
- occupational health programme
- holiday and sickness scheme entitlements
If you are looking to work for an organisation that prioritises environmental sustainability, the council has made a clear commitment to operate in a responsible and sustainable manner and has recently been awarded the silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme as well as coming 43rd (out of 164) on the latest national council climate scorecard.
For an informal discussion regarding the post, please contact Juleen Roman on 01353 665555
Closing date for completed applications is: Friday 29 May 2026
Interviews will be held week commencing 15 June 2026
Please note that only candidates selected for interview will be contacted by the HR Department with confirmation of an interview. If you have not been contacted by that date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
The council is an equal opportunities employer and operates a no smoking policy.