Mineral & Waste Planner

Job Description

We are working with a respected consultancy delivering planning, permitting, geotechnical, and surveying services primarily across the North of England, with projects throughout the UK. We are looking for a motivated Assistant Mineral & Waste Planner with 1-2 years' private practice experience to join our growing team.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nSupport the Senior Planner and, where appropriate, take the lead on minerals and waste projects.\n\nAssist with (and occasionally lead) feasibility studies, planning and permitting applications, environmental reviews, and supporting documentation.\n\nCoordinate planning-led EIA projects, providing informed guidance on complex assessment issues.\n\nContribute to proposals and tenders, as well as supporting the promotion of the practice.\n\nDrive improvements in processes, procedures, and service delivery.\n\nBuild strong relationships with clients and stakeholders while ensuring high-quality project outcomes.\n\nPerson Specification\n\nDegree or postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline (working towards Town Planning or a related environmental qualification desirable).\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a dynamic team.\n\nPrevious consultancy experience .\n\nSound knowledge of the planning process, with expertise in minerals planning practice, current legislation, guidance, and techniques.\n\nUnderstanding of project management, including financial, programme, and quality control.\n\nFull UK driving licence.\n\nSalary & Benefits\n\nCompetitive salary, dependent on experience\n\nContributory pension scheme\n\nWestfield Health cover\n\nFlexible benefits package, including options to purchase additional holidays and cycle-to-work scheme via Perkbox\n\nProfessional development support, including funding for training and professional memberships, plus access to a wide range of online learning resources