First Choice are recruiting a Planning Officer to join the NI Housing Executive regeneration team based in Ballymena. This role supports housing-led regeneration, land use planning, and the delivery of new social and mixed-tenure housing across Northern Ireland.
Working Monday to Friday 9am-5pm with a pay rate of £16.37 p/h
Key responsibilities include:
Assessing land assets and supporting planning applications.
Helping identify and develop housing schemes in areas of need.
Carrying out site and feasibility studies, particularly in high-demand or rural areas.
Providing planning advice and producing Housing Investment Plans.
Working closely with local councils and stakeholders to shape sustainable communities.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in planning, regeneration, or housing to make a real impact in communities across Northern Ireland.
What We Need From You
Essential criteria for this role:
Hold an accredited planning qualification by a professionally recognised organisation
An ability to demonstrate one year relevant experience of working in a planning environment
What We Will Offer You
Immediate start available, expected to last until the end of August 2026