Principal Planning Officer
| Posting date: | 22 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £59.02 to £68.12 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 May 2026 |
| Location: | Sittingbourne, South East, ME10 3HT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MP232306CT1757-OR100053-22042026 |
Summary
Principal Planning Officer needed in Sittingbourne Paying £59.02 per hr ref OR100053
Full time hours on a temporary basis
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to the preparation of the Local Plan, including taking a plan through Regulation 19 consultation and Examination in Public
- Draft and refine allocation and development management policies, ensuring they are robust, deliverable, and legally compliant
- Work collaboratively with officers across Place Services and other Council departments to ensure policies are fit for purpose and aligned with corporate priorities
- Engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including statutory consultees, developers, and the Planning Inspectorate
- Provide professional planning advice and mentoring to colleagues within the planning service
- Support senior officers and Members on Local Plan matters as required
If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
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