Location
Brecon, Powys, Wales
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
22/10/2026
Closing date
19/11/2026
Planning Officer
Location: Brecon
Salary: £35,570 - £37,563 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week)
Closing Date: 16 th of November 2026
Interview Date: 25 th of November 2026
Job Purpose:
To manage Development Management casework and assist in the promotion of Forward Planning and National Park Management Plan objectives.
MAIN DUTIES
* To process householder and other straightforward planning applications including site visits, meeting applicants, negotiations, correspondence and preparation of reports. When necessary to present cases to Planning Committee.
* To assist the team to process all other planning related work including where appropriate applications, Certificate of Lawfulness for Existing Use or Development / Certificate of Lawfulness for Proposed Use or Development or fringe consults.
* To respond to general and specific enquiries on planning related matters from members of the public and to provide advice on householder development at planning advice surgeries.
* To respond to preliminary enquiries in respect of development within the National Park Authority area.
* To liaise with the Enforcement team in all matters relating to unauthorised development within the area.
* To undertake research, preparation and submission of appeal documents in relation to written representation, appeals and informal hearings under supervision of the Principal Planning Officer.
* To contribute to the review of the Local Development Plan (LDP) process.
* To contribute to policy development in an Authority that wants its LDP to be innovative and inclusive.
* Any other related duties and responsibilities appropriate to the postholder's remit and grading level within the organisation as determined by the Head of Development Management
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Criteria
* A recognised planning qualification, degree or equivalent in Town and Country Planning or a related discipline or working towards such a qualification. (NB The Authority can offer assistance with this learning in the form of 'day release')
* Eligible for membership of RTPI or working towards full membership
* A sound knowledge of planning and related legislation and procedures or an aptitude for learning
* An ability to provide coherent, competent and professional advice both written and verbal
* An ability to demonstrate organisational and interpersonal skills required to meet deadlines and for presentation of reports to appropriate meetings
* An ability to work as part of a team to promote the purposes of the National Park Authority
* A good telephone manner and ability to deal diplomatically with the public, National Park Members and staff
* Clean driving licence
* Welsh Language Level 1
Desirable Criteria
* A knowledge of Information Technology and ability to use database and word processing systems
* A willingness to attend public meetings outside of office hours
* A willingness to attend occasional training courses requiring overnight accommodation away from home
* Welsh Language Level 2
Note on Welsh Language Requirement Please note: If you do not meet the Welsh language Requirements specified, then the Authority offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these requirements during your employment with us.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
https://beacons-npa.gov.uk/the-authority/job-vacancies/