Assistant Planner (Full Time) (Permanent) - REN15004


Company:	Renfrewshire Council
Salary:	£33,470 to £35,313 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Paisley, PA1 1WB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Aug 2026
Closing date:	11 Sept 2026

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Assistant Planner

The post is based in Paisley and provides an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or recent graduate to contribute to the Council’s high quality service provision and to gain practical experience.

We are looking to recruit an appropriately qualified assistant planner who will be responsible for processing a range of planning applications and undertaking other related development management activities including enforcement and appeals.

You must have a Degree in Planning or equivalent discipline. A basic knowledge of planning legislation and development management regulations is essential as are effective I.T., customer care, oral and written communication skills and the ability to work to targeted deadlines with the minimum of supervision.

A full driving licence is desirable.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.

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