Shape Dover District’s development framework through planning policy leadership, application guidance, and infrastructure planning from the Council’s Dover offices.This Team Leader position directs qualified planning officers and technical staff across policy and projects. The work includes reviewing policy documents, applying local and national policy consistently, and advising decision-makers after the 2024 Local Plan adoption.Key Responsibilities:

Deliver and review a robust suite of planning policy documentsProvide professional advice on planning policy mattersEnsure consistent policy application in development management decisionsSecure and spend developer obligations through S106 monitoringAdvise elected members and management teamsRequirements:

Good grasp of developer contributions and strategic infrastructureCapability to lead skilled officers and technical staffAbility to appear as Council expert witness when requiredDirect staff management and resource assignment experienceAbility to contribute at Council and public meetingsUse planning policy expertise, development management guidance, and team leadership to strengthen Dover District’s planning framework.

📌 Development Planning Policy Manager (Winnipeg)
🏢 Dover District Council
📍 Winnipeg