Planning Technician (Development Management)

Reference: JOB/25/02880
Salary details: From £28,598 to £31,022 per annum (pro rata)
Job term: Part Time
Appointment type: Permanent
Hours: 25 hours per week
Closing Date: 29 September 2025

South Derbyshire has for many years been the fastest growing district in Derbyshire and is currently one of the fastest growing areas in England aiming to deliver over 12600 new homes by 2028. 

This post of Planning Technician supports the Planning Delivery team in the handling of planning applications, appeals, enquiries, and monitoring. 

You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and willing to learn whilst being able to work with minimal supervision.  You will also have excellent communication skills and be able to work to tight deadlines whilst focussing on delivering good customer service. 

You will need the skills to undertake a range of technical duties in what is both a challenging and fast paced role. Duties will include validation of planning applications, coordination of discharge of conditions applications, responding to customer enquiries and various other duties to support the diverse range of functions within the Service.  

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sarah Beeby, Development Manager on 07977437535.

Provisional Interview Date: 06 October 2025

Apply for this role (Please note that our application process is managed by Derbyshire County Council so you will be directed to their website to complete your application)