About the Company Located on Ireland's scenic south coast, Cork City is the country's second-largest urban centre and home to over 224,000 people.
Since the 2019 boundary extension, Cork has entered a new phase of ambitious growth and development, with its population projected to reach 335,000 by 2040.
Backed by over €2.5 billion in investment, this expansion is focused on sustainable, infrastructure-led growth-enhancing housing, transport, public amenities and cultural services across the city.
Cork City Council is a large urban local authority with 1,675 employees operating across more than 40 locations.
The Council is made up of 31 elected members who represent five wards across the city and play a vital role in shaping local policy, decision-making and strategic priorities.
The Council has an annual revenue budget of approximately €325 million for 2025 and delivers a broad range of public services including housing, planning, transport, libraries, parks and recreation, community development, culture and placemaking.
Internal services include Finance, ICT, Human Resources, Legal Affairs, and Corporate Affairs.
Our work is guided by the Corporate Plan 2024 – 2029, which sets out a clear vision and values for Cork's future – placing sustainability, innovation, service excellence, and community wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
Cork's international recognition as a UNESCO Learning City, a WHO Healthy City and one of the EU's Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities reflects the city's ambition and global outlook.
Cork City Council is committed to delivering high-quality public services by working collaboratively with strategic partners, businesses, communities and neighbourhoods.
Together, we are shaping a city that continues to thrive as a vibrant place to live, study, visit, and work.
We are now seeking applications from individuals who are passionate about public service and eager to contribute to Cork's ongoing transformation.
If you bring relevant experience, a commitment to service excellence, and a forward-thinking approach to innovation and customer focus – we want to hear from you.
Our people are committed to our values of public service, integrity, respect, a people centred approach, responsibility, and ambition.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping the city's future, driving impact and supporting Cork's continued growth and success.
Cork City Council invites applications, on the official application form, from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary and permanent vacancies for the post of Executive Planner may be filled.
Please see the job specification and candidate information booklet on our website for further detail.