Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority

Planning Officer
Full Time (37 hours per week) – Permanent

We are recruiting for two planning officers, one specialising in strategic policy and one specialising in development management.

As part of the Planning Officer (Development Management) role you will contribute to the delivery of the development management aspects of the Authority’s statutory local planning function, within the wider context of National Park purposes and the Authority’s Local Development Plan through the management of all forms of planning casework.

The Planning Officer (Strategic Policy) role will consist of contributing to the preparation, monitoring and review of the Authority’s statutory development plan, and preparation of policy and guidance to support the policy objectives of the National Park.

We are looking for someone who has:
• Awareness and appreciation of the purposes of National Parks.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Positive approach to dealing with customers and stakeholders, with an ability to deal effectively with difficult customers and controversial situations.
• Proven ability to proactively manage personal work priorities, to balance conflicting demands to meet deadlines.
• Excellent IT skills
• A Full UK driving licence

Please refer to the job description (available by download) for more information.

Salary and Benefits:
A salary of £24,702 - £36,648 per annum, minimum 25 days holiday rising to 30 days plus public holidays, generous local government pension scheme, great flexible working arrangements and career development opportunities.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

We pledge to improve the diversity of our workforce and therefore guarantee an interview to disabled candidates, who meet the essential job criteria and opt to apply via our Disability Confident Employers Scheme.

Not the right job opportunity for you? Make sure to check our website for a wide range of varied and interesting volunteering opportunities across the park.

Closing Date: 28/07/2024
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority reserves the right to close this vacancy early.

Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority
Area Ranger (North)
Full-time, 37 hours a week, maternity cover - 12 months

The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park is one of Britain’s most iconic protected areas and our Rangers provide the essential link that connects people with this special place. A first point of contact for local communities and visitors, you will enthuse and inspire people to appreciate and enjoy the National Park and to make the most of all that it offers.

You’ll be a practical person, great at seeking out opportunities, confident to lead practical volunteer projects and support guided walks and school visits.

You’ll need plenty of relevant experience but most importantly you will be knowledgeable and enthusiastic and able to share your passion for the coast and countryside with others. The ability to use basic Welsh phrases and pronounce Welsh names correctly is a must and we will support you to develop these skills if you don’t have them already.

We are looking for someone who has:
• Practical countryside management skills
• Experience of working with volunteers
• Great communication skills

Please refer to the job description (available by download) for more information.

Salary and Benefits:
A salary of £24,702 – £28,770 per annum, plus 15% flexible working allowance (in recognition of work out of normal hours, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays), minimum 25 days holiday rising to 30 days plus public holidays, generous local government pension scheme, great flexible working arrangements and career development opportunities.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

We pledge to improve the diversity of our workforce and therefore guarantee an interview to disabled candidates, who meet the essential job criteria and opt to apply via our Disability Confident Employers Scheme.

Not the right job opportunity for you? Make sure to check our website for a wide range of varied and interesting volunteering opportunities across the park.

Closing Date: 21/08/2024

Interview Date 06/09/2024

Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority reserves the right to close this vacancy early.