Planning Enforcement Lead — Hybrid & Impactful

Mid Devon Council District; Tiverton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Tiverton seeks an enforcement officer to enhance its Planning Enforcement service. The role requires extensive planning enforcement experience and strong communication abilities. The successful candidate will work within a supportive team dedicated to high-quality service delivery. Benefits include competitive pay, generous annual leave, flexible working, and excellent training opportunities. Relocation assistance is available. The closing date for applications is January 12, 2026.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate of pay

Discounted leisure membership

Generous annual leave entitlements

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Considerable planning enforcement experience required.
• Excellent attention to detail is essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality Planning Enforcement service.
• Oversee the work of the Enforcement Assistant.
• Deal with complex enforcement matters effectively.

Skills

Planning enforcement experience

Attention to detail

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Mentoring

Job description

A local government authority in Tiverton seeks an enforcement officer to enhance its Planning Enforcement service. The role requires extensive planning enforcement experience and strong communication abilities. The successful candidate will work within a supportive team dedicated to high-quality service delivery. Benefits include competitive pay, generous annual leave, flexible working, and excellent training opportunities. Relocation assistance is available. The closing date for applications is January 12, 2026.