Our district is already a special place. We are looking for candidates that will help us improve it, making it an even better place to live, learn, do business and enjoy. To do this successfully, we need to remember its rich cultural and economic heritage and to build on the area as an aspirational place with a reputation for nurturing amazing people. We want the Forest of Dean district to be a place where residents have a fantastic work-life balance and feel secure in their communities – creating a draw for industry to nestle amongst the wild spaces. A modern, connected Forest with deep roots.  So join us to celebrate this wonderful area; its towns, its communities, and help them thrive, by delivering good quality well paid jobs, enhancing our education provision, improving housing options and the social mobility of our young people. 

About the role… 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Planning Officer to assist in preparing plans, policies and supporting materials, assisting with survey and evidence gathering.  Joining us will mean involvement in all aspects of processing a wide variety of planning and similar applications, liaising with members of the public and professionals explaining issues or gathering material.  You will also support and provide information for other LA colleagues and planners. 

You will need to be an enthusiastic member of a small team preparing plans for the Forest of Dean. The Forest of Dean provides the challenges you may expect (and some you may not) in an unrivalled environment. The duties will include contributing to the full range of plan making, providing supporting information and helping to implement important schemes. The post will suit new graduates or someone with relevant experience. 

 

This is a shared role which will cover the Forest of Dean. Within the District, there are plenty of places to see and visit whether you love hiking or cycling.  With our agile working ethos: you will be spoilt for choice.