Infrastructure Planner Apprentice

The apprentice will:

Help co-ordinate the spatial approach to infrastructure development and delivery. Request developer contributions to support the County Counci's requirements including public transport. Liaise with district councils and other stakeholders regarding the development and review of Infrastructure Delivery Plans. Provide advice and support negotiations regarding developer contributions at pre-application and planning application meetings. Utilise the County Council's approach to developer contributions including policy documents, processes, and systems. To request appropriate contributions towards infrastructure. Assist in the development of business cases for developer contributions to transport projects, practicularly public and community transport and negotiate with developers as required. Work in partnership with Worcestershire Local Planning Authorities, to secure developer contributions commensurate with County Council's infrastructure needs and responsibilities. Assist in the co-ordination of the County Council's contribution to Local Planning Authorities Infrastructure Delivery Plans in support of Local Plans to ensure that County Council's infrastructure requirements are reflected and addressed. Develop and provide evidence to support funding applications to be submitted by County Council or its partners. Work collaboratively with Local Planning Authorities on the collection of evidence for local plans, to advise on matters of countywide importance and develop relevant planning policy. Support the County Council at examination in public, or planning inquiries as required. Prepare background and technical studies to inform local, county and regional planning strategies.

It is required that the apprentice has:

Experience of Microsoft packages, including word, excel, powerpoint, outlook, and teams. Experience of working with the general public. Awarness of the development of planning policy and planning guidance. Demonstrable awareness of and commitment to proactive customer care, performance, and quality services. Awareness of the development industry and securing developer contributions for infrastructure projects. Project management skills - ability to manage a large case load and work to non-negotiable deadlines involving changing work priorities and pressure. Analytical ability to review planning proposals of varied complexity and sensitivity, whilst interpreting appropriate legislation and best practice within its environmental, economic, and social context. Base level knowledge of the planning law and practices in relation planning policy. Effective, oral and written communication skills, and the ability to apply them in formal and informal settings for a range of audiences. Analytical skills and an excellent aptitude to think creatively in developing innovative solutions to complex problems. Ability to give presentations in a public forum. Ability to negotiate with internal and external partners. Ability to engage in partnership working with a wide range of stakeholders. Ability to think creatively and provide solutions to diverse problems. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to work well under pressure and to deliver to strict deadlines. A level 5 qualification in any specialty. A willingness to work towards Royal Town Planning Institute membership. A commitment to CPD and ongoing personal development. The ability to travel throughout the COunty at short notice where public transport may be limited. A willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as reasonably requested.

Training:
The apprentice will work 35 hours a week, 7 hours per day from Monday to Friday, with 1 day in the week released for university.

Training Outcome:
Upon completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice may be given the opportunity to continue with the organisation on a permanent contract.

Employer Description:
Worcestershire County Council delivers an array of services which support our residents and businesses. These include providing social care of some of the most vulnerable in society, helping the next generation get the best start in life through education, investing in our transport network, disposing of household waste sustainably, provision of Library service + country parks and supporting health + wellbeing within our communities.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 7 hours per day - flexible start & finish from 08:30 to 17:30.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental