Senior Planning Enforcement Officer

Senior Planning Enforcement Officer

• Rate of pay: £45 PAYE or £58 Umbrella per hour
• Job Type: Temporary Contract until end of October 2026
• Location: Hybrid / Site-Based - Maidenhead SL6

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planning Enforcement Officer to support the delivery of a high-profile, efficient and effective Planning Enforcement service. You will play a key role in investigating breaches of planning control, ensuring compliance with planning legislation, and helping to protect and enhance the local environment.

Working within a busy planning team, you will manage a varied caseload of enforcement investigations, liaise with a wide range of stakeholders, and provide professional planning enforcement expertise to secure positive outcomes.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints relating to alleged breaches of planning control.
• Undertake consultations, negotiations and site inspections to establish facts and resolve planning breaches.
• Gather, assess and present evidence relating to planning enforcement cases.
• Monitor developments to ensure compliance with approved planning permissions and relevant local and national planning policies.
• Maintain regular communication with complainants, property owners, co...