Job DescriptionSustainable Development Manager | East Peckham, Kent | 42.5 Per Week Full Time - (flexible/part-time option negotiable) | Starting at £34,980 - £41,043 per annum (pro-rata dependent on experience)The Upper Medway IDB is a leading flood risk management authority in the Medway catchment. Working under the Land Drainage Act, we perform statutory support works to control water movements in the local flood zones.The Sustainable Development Manager for the Upper Medway IDB represents the face of the business in relation to all planning and development, and its associated consenting and enforcement. Combining knowledge of planning laws and frameworks, they need to be able to offer advice to the Board, its staff, and, where required, our local authority partners, on land drainage consents, strategic planning, and development issues relating to sustainable drainage of both fresh water and treated foul water.Key RequirementsExcellent spreadsheet and word processing skillsSkilled in professional writing, including reports and formal lettersClear and confident verbal communication abilitiesFull clean driving licenceAbility to traverse sites, including farmland and building sitesActive interest in local government, countryside development, geography, or environmental scienceExperience or interest in local authority planning, and/or a relevant qualification (e.g., degree or diploma) in civil engineering, geography, environmental science, or another related subjectDesirable Characteristics and KnowledgeKnowledge of Internal Drainage Board consenting and byelaw strategies, including application and understanding of the Land Drainage Act 1991Knowledge of local government functionsKnowledge of the Town and Country Planning Act, including ability to interpret and apply legislation and technical standardsCIWEM membership or willingness to work towards membership of CIWEM or other relevant institutionsWhat Will Your Role Look Like?Management and upkeep of the internal planning case file systemKeep accurate records of all activities (planning, consenting, and enforcement cases) occurring within the districtPreparation of monthly planning reports for the ClerkVisit sites and attend meetings as a representative of the BoardWork with LPAs and LLFAs on applications impacting the district or watercourse networksRespond to and assess consent, planning, and enforcement applications in a timely mannerPrepare consent recommendations for Board approvalPrepare documentation for signing by the Clerk before distributionAssist the flow of the consenting process and enforcementApply the Board's charging systems for consents, contributions, and feesMaintain mapping systems using GIS softwareCollaborate and work closely with colleagues within the office and field teamsWhat's Next?It's easy! Click “APPLY” now!We can't wait to hear from you! Your data will be handled in line with GDPR.
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