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ABOUT US
We are a successful and fast-growing family-owned quarrying company and major supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready-mixed concrete, mortar, render, cement and sports sand to the building and road construction industry. We currently operate at over 31 sites throughout Central Scotland, the Northeast of England and East Anglia.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM
As a family business who have been in operation for over 90 years we invest in our people and offer excellent training and career development opportunities. Our culture has grown from family values, and we are proud to have a committed and passionate team of over 350 people working in a variety of different roles delivering a unique combination of quality materials and service excellence for our customers.
THE JOB ROLE
Due to our continues success and rapid growth this is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated and enthusiastic Mineral Planning and Estates professional to join our team. The successful candidate will be based at our new Head Office in Kincardine and will play a key role in the development of the future land supply of our business with responsibility for a substantial portfolio of mineral extraction and processing sites, estates and other land assets.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
- Manage and assist in the development of the Tillicoultry Quarries Mineral Estate portfolio.
- Taking the lead on planning projects, including the submission of applications, monitoring throughout the determination process, responding to comments and discharging planning conditions.
- Provide expert advice to the operational business to ensure the license to operate is maintained.
- Assist with the identification, assessment and securing of new land and mineral opportunities which have the potential for future development.
- Work closely with landowners and/or agents to ensure progress of land acquisition targets and planning applications.
- Engage with local planning authorities to promote sites and discuss development proposals through formal and informal routes.
- Liaising with and advising operational and commercial colleagues on site development, estates management, planning and environmental issues linked to the development of assets.
- Engage with stakeholders to develop relationships and participate in local liaison events to keep local communities engaged in our activities.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
- Degree or post graduate level qualified in a relevant discipline and, preferably qualified in planning.
- Experience working within the extractives industry.
- An excellent knowledge of the planning process and minerals planning practice including the current methods, legislation, techniques and guidance which direct the services we provide.
- Ability to build a rapport with a variety of people from all backgrounds.
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint (ideally at advanced level)
- Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Strong problem-solver with agility and a proactive approach to work.
- Ability to manage time effectively.
- Adaptable, flexible with the ability to work to deadlines.
- Full UK Driving License and willingness to travel around UK sites.
WHAT WE WILL GIVE YOU IN RETURN
- Competitive salary
- Company car
- Company pension
- 30 days annual leave per year
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free GP service
- Employee discounts platform
- Employee wellbeing platform
- Company Sick Pay
- Career development and internal progression
