Principal Planning Officer
& Newtownabbey Borough CouncilMossley Mill, But May Be Required To Work From Any Location, AntrimPO8 (SCP 46-48) £59,778 - £62,195Full-timePart-timePermanent
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
The Principal Planning Officer will support the delivery of the development management function, to a high professional standard, meeting customer needs in line with agreed performance objectives.
The post holder will actively promote collaboration with both internal and external partners and stakeholders, to foster a culture of continuous improvement with a customer focus, in line with the Council’s strategic priorities and plans.
General applicant information:
Please note that the panel will use ONLY the information provided on the application form for shortlisting. Therefore, you MUST demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria as set out in the specification for the post.
Recruitment Process:
The recruitment process will assess the suitability of the candidates against the requirements for the post including the 7 competencies identified in the Competence Framework for Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council.
(A copy of the Competency framework is attached for information)
The next stage of this recruitment process will be an assessment and an interview.
The provisional date for this is Thursday 19 November & Monday 23 November 2026
A reserve list will be created for this post for a 12 month period and if this post becomes available either part time, full time, permanent or temporary within 12 months this will be offered to reserve candidates in order of merit.
Please be advised, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council operates a paper free recruitment and selection process. All communication relating to your application will be sent to the email address that you have provided during login.
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 5 NOVEMBER 2026 AT 12 NOON.
The Principal Planning Officer will support the delivery of the development management function, to a high professional standard, meeting customer needs in line with agreed performance objectives.
The post holder will actively promote collaboration with both internal and external partners and stakeholders, to foster a culture of continuous improvement with a customer focus, in line with the Council’s strategic priorities and plans.
General applicant information:
Please note that the panel will use ONLY the information provided on the application form for shortlisting. Therefore, you MUST demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria as set out in the specification for the post.
Recruitment Process:
The recruitment process will assess the suitability of the candidates against the requirements for the post including the 7 competencies identified in the Competence Framework for Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council.
(A copy of the Competency framework is attached for information)
The next stage of this recruitment process will be an assessment and an interview.
The provisional date for this is Thursday 19 November & Monday 23 November 2026
A reserve list will be created for this post for a 12 month period and if this post becomes available either part time, full time, permanent or temporary within 12 months this will be offered to reserve candidates in order of merit.
Please be advised, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council operates a paper free recruitment and selection process. All communication relating to your application will be sent to the email address that you have provided during login.
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 5 NOVEMBER 2026 AT 12 NOON.
The closing date for applications is Thursday the 5th of November 2026
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