Senior Technical Officer
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Job Description
Salary:33366 - 35235
Hours per week:37 hours
Temporary/Fixed term:2 years
Interview date:Week commencing Monday 9 June 2025
Highway and Transport Services Enhancing Lives Building Communities
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Technical Officer to join our team on a two-year fixed-term contract.
This role is key to progressing several important projects including essential health and safety work on box tombs in closed churchyards and supporting the delegation of services to town councils.
Youll take the lead on the adoption of public open spaces and amenity land making sure developments meet Council standards and deliver lasting benefits for local communities. Youll assess planning applications negotiate with developers and oversee the delivery of open space play areas and street furniture. The role also includes managing the burials service and working closely with internal teams legal services and local councils.
We are seeking someone with a strong technical background ideally with an HNC or higher and experience in planning construction or environmental projects. Youll need excellent communication and negotiation skills a good understanding of planning law and policy and the ability to manage complex with experience of procurement processes.
This is a great opportunity to make a real difference in shaping local spaces and services. If youre ready to take the lead on high-impact work wed love to hear from you.
Why us
Wiltshire Council is a friendly welcoming place to work with a One Council ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.Explore more benefits here!
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For more details contact Mary Noyce Technical Team Manager at or call.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
