Job Overview

Westmorland & Furness Council is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Development Management Officer – Flood to join our Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) Team.

The position is located in Barrow, Kendal or Penrith on a fixed term for 36 months, supporting major place‑based programmes such as Brilliant Barrow and Barrow Rising.

Responsibilities

• Assess planning applications and enquiries that affect flood or coastal risk, providing formal LLFA and CPA responses.
• Review Sustainable Drainage Verification Reports and monitor drainage implementation on development sites.
• Ensure the Section 21 register (Flood and Water Management Act) is updated.
• Negotiate mitigation measures, financial contributions and infrastructure improvements, including supporting Section 106 drafting and management.
• Provide technical advice on flood and coastal policy, guidance, legislation and sustainable drainage.
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