Overview
Reference: REQ0228
Description: Make a Difference in One of England’s Most Beautiful Districts
Are you ready to take the lead in safeguarding one of the UK’s most diverse and historically rich landscapes?Stroud District Council isseekinga passionate and experiencedSenior Planning Enforcement Officerto join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our communities.
Why Join Us?
Work Where It Matters:Over half of our district isdesignateda National Landscape, with 3,000+ listed buildings,and internationally important wildlife sites
Collaborative Culture:Join a small, friendly, and committed team that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement
Career Development:Play a key role in mentoring colleagues and driving professional growth across the service
Challenging & Rewarding:Tackle complex cases, lead investigations, and make decisions that have a real impact
Your Role
As a Senior Planning Enforcement Officer,you’ll:
Lead investigations into serious breaches of planning control
Use formal enforcement powers and represent thecouncil in legal proceedings
Mentor and support team members, fostering a culture of learning
Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and elected Members
Balance office work with regular site visits for a varied and engaging workload
WhatYou’llBring
Proven experience in planning enforcement and a strong grasp of relevant legislation
Excellent communication and decision-making skills
A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a customer-first approach
Ability to thrive under pressure and manage a diverse caseload
A degree in planning or a related field is preferred
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Ifyou’relooking for a role where yourexpertisewill be valued and your work will make a visible difference,we’dlove to hear from you.For an informal chat, contact Simon Penketh, Principal Planning Enforcement Officer, on 01453 766321.
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasmwe provide a range of staff benefits. Please click here for more information:https://www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/benefits-of-working-for-us
A local government reorganisation is planned for Gloucestershire, which may result in changes to structures and services. Potential changes are provisionally timetabled for April 2028. We are committed to supporting all employees through this transition and ensuring continuity of employment wherever possible. Joining us now means you’ll be part of shaping an exciting new chapter for local government.
It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities.
Responsible recruitment practices for safeguarding are in place within the Council’s HR policies and processes. This is part of our commitment as a Council to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children.
Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place.It’s green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, and unapologetically ambitious.To find out more about what makes our place, our people and our businesses so special, please follow the link to our dedicated website:Stroud District – The Natural Place
Region:
Location: Hybrid
Salary: *GBP*45,091 per annum – Market supplement considered
Package: – Excellent pension scheme – Flexi Working Scheme – Hybrid working approach – Employee Wellbeing Offer – For more information please see the benefits section on our website
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Permanent
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.
