Planning Assistant

We are seeking a Planning Assistant to work in the Planning Section to help deliver sustainable land uses
needed while protecting/conserving the outstanding natural and built environment on St Helena as part
of the land development service.
We welcome applications from those with at least 5 GCSEs, although A levels would be a benefit, with a
genuine interest in Geography, Economics and/or Technical Drawing or those with experience who may
find that this suits them. We would look to provide training for the right candidate.
You will have good communication skills and be able to scan, sort and log information, undertake
validations and prepare applications consultations with little supervision. You should be able to gather
relevant statistics. As you progress you may be asked to prepare draft planning reports for Chief Planning
Officer (delegated) decision. Again, training if needed, can be provided.
You will play a key role, with the Planning Officer, Senior Planning Officer and Chief Planning Officer as
well as support staff, in meeting targets identified.
You will work in the Essex House office with other officers, business operators and with members of the
community. You will support planning officers in Applications, Appeals and Enforcement Work and in
bringing forward Planning Policy, including public consultations. Contact us for more information and a
discussion

Leave – 30 days leave per annum, plus public holidays
Pension – 15% pension contribution by SHG into approved defined contribution pension scheme
Training and Development
Paid sickness absence

Leave: 30 days leave per annum plus public holidays

Pension: 15% pension contribution by SHG into approved defined pension scheme

Perks:
Training and Development

The St Helena Public Service welcomes all applications from across our whole community, including our St Helenian diaspora wishing to return to St Helena. If you are a St Helenian currently living and working overseas, please contact us  to discuss how we can support you. SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community, regardless of age, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief and will consider all applications on the basis of merit assessed against the role profile and person specification.

All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, which include a medical check, vetting / DBS clearance and references. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on or with the application independently verified. Benefits are subject to change and may vary according to role.