Planning Enforcement Investigations Officer

Woking Borough Council is seeking a Planning Enforcement Investigations Officer to join the Council’s Planning Team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Enforcing planning regulations is crucial for maintaining public confidence in the planning system, ensuring fairness for those who comply with regulations, and protecting amenity and the environment. Reporting to the Principal Planning Enforcement Officer the postholder will be responsible for the investigation of alleged breaches of planning control to determine whether a breach of planning control exists. Under the supervision of the Principal Planning Enforcement Officer, they will take appropriate action to remedy breaches of planning control and provide responses to residents, businesses and elected members on planning enforcement matters.

We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a positive outlook and a commitment to team working. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills and ideally some experience of working in an enforcement related discipline.

In return, we can offer you the chance to develop your career in a friendly, supportive environment, a generous flexi-time scheme with the ability to take up to two flexi leave days a month, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits.         

It is a requirement for this role that applicants hold a valid full UK Driving License to be able to undertake site visits. The post provides the opportunity for flexible working arrangements including some home working.

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Mike Ferguson, Principal Planning Enforcement Officer by emailing mike.ferguson@woking.gov.uk.

Closing Date: 30 September 2026 - 23:55pm

Interview Date: 12 & 13 October 2026