Planning Team Leader

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Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

• Hours:
  
  37 Hours per week
• Fixed Term: 12 Months
• Salary:
  Grade 7
• Location:
  
  St James Road, Dudley
• Directorate:
  Housing Maintenance

The role involves working closely with team managers, planning and operational staff to help manage a professional customer‑focused planning service within the Housing Maintenance Team.

You would be responsible for leading and managing a team of reactive repairs planners engaged in the provision of a specialised customer service function responding to repairs enquiries from council tenants to provide an efficient and effective repairs service across the borough of Dudley.

Additionally, we promote a culture of continuous professional development within the team and encourage all team members to take advantage of learning and development opportunities to support their individual development in this position.

If you feel you are suitable for this position, we would encourage you to apply.

The full Job Description and Person Specification are attached for your reference. If you would like any further information or would like to talk informally regarding the vacancy, please contact Team Manager Graham Bishop at

Workplace Attendance:
Working in the office 3+ days a week (pro‑rata) or Onsite full time.

To demonstrate Dudley’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and reduce bias in the recruitment process, your personal data will be anonymised when you apply. Please ensure you have removed your name and date of birth from any attachments prior to uploading them to your application.

Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy. Online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note:

Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

If you require support completing an online or paper application form and/or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning at  or  who can support with Digital Skills and Job Applications.

If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via

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• Employee Benefits

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Human Resources Services