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Planning Enforcement Officer – Maldon District Council

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Planning Enforcement Officer - Maldon District Council
Maldon District Council
Permanent, Full Time
From £30,599 to £32,489 per annum
Location: Maldon
Closing Date:
Maldon District Council is working in partnership with Essex Shared Services to support the recruitment of the role of Planning Enforcement Officer, a full-time position offering hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Office attendance will be in line with the needs of the Council and the Planning Enforcement team. Check out Maldon's careers page to see what it’s like to work for Maldon District Council.
The role is within the Council’s Development Management and Enforcement team, which is part of the Place, Planning & Growth directorate.
As a Planning Enforcement Officer, you will help to protect the character and quality of the Maldon district. You will investigate alleged breaches of planning control, work with residents, businesses and developers to achieve compliance and take enforcement action where necessary. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking planning service and make a real difference to local communities through effective and proportionate planning enforcement.
The postholder will develop the range of skills, knowledge and in some instances, qualifications, required to undertake the role. The team will, at all times, ensure a professional, inclusive and helpful approach to our customers.
Please click here to view the full responsibilities and accountabilities of the Planning Enforcement Officer role.
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Be part of Maldon District Council - 'Where Quality of Life Matters'
Maldon District Council is a local authority 'Where quality of life matters'. Our Corporate Plan sets out our vision and priorities for the next three years and will be reviewed regularly to make sure we are on the right track.
To download or listen to a presentation of the Corporate Plan 2025-2028 click here
Maldon is a picturesque maritime focused district, set within a vast rural landscape and hosting historic places such as Maldon, Tollesbury and Burnham-on-Crouch, famous for their river frontages, yachting heritage and water sports.
The office is based in the heart of the historic Maldon town, close to the high street with a range of shops, pubs and restaurants, sandwich bars and coffee shops, and the famous Prom Park.
Maldon District Council plays a crucial role in the development and prosperity of the district, working for the good of the community and the long-term benefit of residents, and you can be part of our friendly team. From front line customer facing roles to policy and strategy, the work of the Council is diverse and dynamic.
In addition to a competitive salary, you will be entitled to a range of benefits, including:
The Local Government Pension Scheme Generous holiday entitlement Flexible and agile working Employee assistance programme Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car lease scheme Discounted local gym membership Free parking Payment of one annual professional subscription


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Maldon District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Disclosure and Barring checks will be undertaken according to the responsibilities of the role. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, culture and experience. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, sex, disability or marital status.
Maldon District Council is committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. To demonstrate our commitment, we have been accredited as a Disability Confident Employer. As a Disability Confident Employer we take various actions in order to successfully employ and retain disabled people and those with health conditions.
For more information on these roles or if you have any questions, please email essexsharedservices@essex.gov.uk.
Alternatively, you can contact us by phone:
Samantha Myddelton, Business Development Lead: 0333 013 0098
Thea Towers, Specialist Recruitment Consultant: 0333 013 8008
We are happy to arrange an informal conversation with Will Coleman, Maldon District Council’s Planning Enforcement Manager, who would be pleased to discuss the role with you in more detail.
Essex Shared Services is advertising this role as part of its partnership with Maldon District Council; however, the successful candidate will be employed directly by Maldon District Council.
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