We are seeking an experienced Town Planner to join Anglian Water as our Growth Planning Lead. In this role, you will lead the team responsible for responding to planning applications, alongside managing a portfolio of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs). You will play a pivotal role in shaping how we plan for and deliver sustainable growth across our region.
This is a tactical role focused on ensuring that future demand, development and infrastructure requirements are effectively planned, coordinated and delivered in line with our business priorities, while protecting existing customers and the environment.
You’ll be at the forefront of responding to planning applications including NSIPs and Transport and Works Act Orders (TWAO), acting as a consultee and key contact for developers and stakeholders. Your work will help ensure water and water recycling infrastructure can support future growth, while driving strategic insight across the business.
You’ll work across teams to balance growth, capacity and performance, ensuring our services continue to meet the needs of customers, communities and regulators.
At Anglian Water, we’re driven by purpose — keeping essential services running today while protecting the environment for future generations. In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping how we plan for growth across our region, working on strategic challenges with real impact. You’ll collaborate with teams across the business, develop your capability in a complex planning environment and be part of a supportive, forward-thinking organisation.
