Graduate (Planning)

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We want your future to become part of ours.

Falkirk Council is a council of the future. A community of over 7,000 employees striving to create better lives for all of our residents.

Come join us.

Could you be our next Graduate within our Planning team?

This graduate post sits within the Planning Unit of the Growth, Planning and Climate Change Division. There are two parts of the planning service; Development Planning which deals with the local development plan and policy matters, and Development Management which deals with planning applications, listed building consents, planning enforcement and related matters.

This graduate post will offer experience in both parts of the planning service including work and experience on:

• Contributing to the next stages of Local Development Plan 3 (LDP3) and the Future Falkirk project, including data collection and analysis.
• Supporting the assessment of a wide range of planning applications, using technical systems and mapping, and working with clients, agents and applicants.

What we are looking for…

An HND or above in Town and Country Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Architecture, Design, Geography, Environmental Planning or other RTPI recognised relevant subject.

We look for core skills for all our graduate posts which are:

• Good written and oral communication
• Interpersonal
• Organisation
• Project management
• Report writing
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Computer skills including use of MS Office
• Ability to use your initiative and organise your own workload

Experience with GIS mapping systems, databases, and media platforms is desirable.

Knowledge of land‑use planning policy—covering environmental, economic, and social issues—is also desirable.

The role will involve occasional travel to sites within the Council area, as well as attendance at meetings held at other locations as part of work duties. A full driving licence is desirable, and pool cars are available for business use.

Sounds like you? Great. 

View our job profile below for more information on what could be your next job.

Why work with us?

At Falkirk Council, we strive to create positive change in our community by empowering our people to make a difference. We are a team-oriented, purpose-driven organisation focused on creating positive change. Be a part of something bigger, be part of our future, and come work with us.

We are looking for people who share our values and want to make a real impact in our communities. Our values: Responsive, Innovative, Trusted, and Ambitious (RITA) shape everything we do.

• Responsive: We embrace technology and modern ways of working to deliver services that meet customer needs every day.
• Innovative: We celebrate creativity and learning to inspire new solutions that make Falkirk a great place to live, learn, work, and visit.
• Trusted: We remove barriers and empower people with the skills to lead independent, fulfilling lives.
• Ambitious: We work together to create sustainable services that make a lasting difference.

Requirements

This role offers hybrid working, allowing employees to work both from home and in Council locations, to support business needs. We promote a balanced approach, ensuring staff have the right environment to collaborate with colleagues while also having the option to work independently when appropriate.

This post is temporary until August 2028 to cover a temporary project.

Falkirk Council values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

If you are ready to make a real difference to the lives of real people, apply today.

What we can offer you.

As a Falkirk Council employee, you’ll enjoy a range of flexible benefits

Contact Us

For more information regarding this role, contact Richard Broadley at richard.broadley@falkirk.gov.uk

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