Town PlannerLocation: Livingstone, Scotland (Agile / Hybrid working)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Reference: 1139
Join Telent - A Leader in Telecoms InfrastructureAre you a Town Planner looking for a new opportunity in the fast-evolving Wireless Telecoms industry? Telent is expanding its Wireless Infrastructure team and seeking a skilled Town Planner to support the delivery of key projects in the Wireless Telecoms sector. If you're passionate about shaping the future of telecoms infrastructure, we want you to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your Town Planning expertise and grow within an innovative and forward-thinking company made up of over 2,400 talented individuals.
Your Role:As a Town Planner at Telent, you will play a crucial role in obtaining planning approvals for new and upgraded Wireless Telecom sites, including rooftop and greenfield Towers, street works, small cells, and branching into EV charging points as a new stream. You will be responsible for working closely with the Town Planning team, ensuring all planning applications are processed smoothly, and providing strategic advice to internal and external stakeholders where needed. You'll also have the chance to help shape the direction of our Planning services and solutions in the Wireless Telecoms space.
Key Responsibilities: - Work with the Town and Country Planning team in delivering high-quality Town Planning services and advice on Telecoms site applications, ensuring adherence to national and local planning policies.
- Contribute to the preparation and submission of planning applications, planning statements, and other required documentation for Telecoms infrastructure sites across the UK.
- Work with junior staff to build their Town Planning expertise and keep the team updated on legislative changes and best practices.
- Provide input to project managers and clients on planning policies, processes, and planning-related issues.
- Help build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies, ensuring excellent service delivery and feedback.
- Take ownership the planning appeals process, including assessments, submissions, and supporting documentation.
- Contribute to business development by identifying and targeting new planning opportunities within Telent and externally (when imbedded into the team).
- Represent the planning team at key future industry events, raising its profile and highlighting our expertise.
What We're Looking For: - Proven Town Planning experience - You've successfully taken ownership of managing planning applications, from initial advice to final approval, for projects in either the Wireless Telecoms space or related industries (ie. EV, renewable energy, etc. we are open to your experience).
- Strong understanding of planning legislations - You have a solid grasp of national and local planning policies, including the GPDO and the appeals process.
- MRTPI or working towards chartership - You hold a chartered Town Planning qualification OR you can demonstrate your experience in Town Planning, with the ability to navigate complex planning processes with the drive to work towards your chartership in the future
- Telecoms industry experience (desirable) - Knowledge of Telecoms infrastructure planning, including mobile networks infrastructure, small cells, and street work sites are an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills - You can confidently discuss planning advice to clients, liaise with stakeholders, and prepare clear, accurate reports.
- Full UK driving license - Ability to travel to sites and client meetings if or when required.
Why Telent?At Telent, we value expertise and are committed to helping you progress in your career. You'll join a dynamic, growing company where you can make a real impact on critical infrastructure projects that connect and protect communities across the UK. As a leader in telecom infrastructure, we offer the opportunity to work on exciting projects and collaborate with a talented team.
Benefits: - Competitive salary with yearly pay reviews.
- 26 days annual leave, plus public holidays and options to buy/sell annual leave.
- Company-matched pension scheme (4%-6% contribution matched).
- Enhanced family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Career development - opportunities for internal mobility and professional growth.
- Health and wellbeing support through an occupational health scheme and wellbeing portal.
- Discounts on shopping, cinema, and dining with our Telent Reward scheme.
About Telent:Telent is a leader in the integration, design, build, support, and maintenance of mission-critical telecoms infrastructure. Our work keeps the UK's essential networks connected, from mobile operators to utilities. We're driven by innovation and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Join us to help make a difference in shaping the future of telecom infrastructure.
Our Telent Core Values: - Be Inclusive
- Take Responsibility
- Collaborate
- Be Customer-Focused
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About Telent Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and maintenance, drawing on decades of experience in mission critical communications and technology. of the UK's critical digital infrastructure. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone. You'll be part of a team of more than 3,000 brilliant, dedicated people committed to getting the job done well.
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Collaborate
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