Asset Scientist: Strategic Planning & Land Use

Affinity Water Limited; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK water management company seeks an Asset Scientist to oversee strategic planning for land use and asset protection. You will engage with local planning authorities and provide guidance on development management issues. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and chartered membership with RICS or RTPI along with experience in planning. The role offers a salary between £30,000 and £39,000, with various benefits including generous leave and health support.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced family benefits

Wellbeing Centre access

Life Assurance

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Strong experience in planning, development management, or land strategy.
• Ability to interpret planning policy and technical information.
• Project management qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as main contact for Local Planning Authorities.
• Coordinate and deliver the LPA Engagement Programme.
• Provide specialist planning advice across the business.

Skills

Planning knowledge

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant degree and chartered membership with RICS or RTPI

Job description

A UK water management company seeks an Asset Scientist to oversee strategic planning for land use and asset protection. You will engage with local planning authorities and provide guidance on development management issues. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and chartered membership with RICS or RTPI along with experience in planning. The role offers a salary between £30,000 and £39,000, with various benefits including generous leave and health support.