Minerals Planner

Location: Stoke on TrentEmployment Type: Full-time / Permanent

Are you an experienced Mineral Planner looking for an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects? A leading consultancy in the mineral and waste planning sector is seeking a skilled professional to join their expert team. Urban planning experience is not required-this role is specifically for those with a background in mineral planning.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Preparing Mineral Planning Applications for various mineral extraction and inert waste projects, ensuring compliance with National Minerals Planning Policy

• Managing ROMPS (Review of Old Mining Permissions) applications and drafting schemes of conditions

• Negotiating Section 106 and Section 278 agreements with local authorities and stakeholders

• Handling Planning Appeals, including the preparation of expert evidence for public inquiries

• Monitoring Local Plans and preparing development proposals for allocation in Local Plan Reviews

• Conducting Planning Audits and pre-development appraisals for due diligence in land sales and purchases

• Advising on the restoration of quarry sites, exploring alternative land uses that add value and generate income

• A chartered MRTPI professional (or working towards this qualification)

• Proven experience in mineral planning (applications, ROMPS, appeals, restoration, planning agreements)

• Strong negotiation skills, particularly in securing planning agreements with local councils

• Ability to assess and promote mineral development proposals within the UK planning system

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, applications, and inquiries

This company is a respected name in minerals and waste planning, with a proven track record of successfully promoting development proposals and securing planning permissions. The team is highly experienced in navigating the complexities of the planning system, making this an excellent opportunity for professionals who want to work on varied and impactful mineral planning projects.

Interested?Contact Sofia Conte or call . We have many more vacancies available on our website.This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position