Survey Assistant inAberdeen inAberdeen PUBLISHED SAT 17 MAY 2025
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Join a friendly, forward-thinking team dedicated to making a positive impact in Aberdeenshire communities.
Gain valuable insights into the practical workings of a planning authority and the Planning (Scotland) Act 2019.
Flexible working hours (up to 30 hours a week) making it ideal for individuals balancing family and career.
Engage in diverse surveying and mapping projects that enhance local services and community development.
Receive supportive onboarding and mentorship to help you thrive in your role.
Short-term contract provides an opportunity to gain experience without a long-term commitment.
Are you ready to make a meaningful contribution to your community while gaining invaluable experience in the planning sector? Midnight Mixtape is on the lookout for passionate Survey Assistants to join the Planning and Economy Service in Aberdeen. In this vital role, you will conduct fieldwork to update Aberdeenshire Council's Facilities Monitor, collecting data that informs key research projects and aids in the development of local planning initiatives. This fixed-term position, offering up to 30 hours a week, is perfect for motivated individuals eager to learn about the inner workings of a planning authority and contribute to projects that enhance service provision in your local area.
At Aberdeenshire Council, we pride ourselves on fostering a friendly and forward-thinking environment that emphasises teamwork and communication. As a Survey Assistant, you will collaborate closely with council officers and engage in initiatives that positively impact your community. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in meaningful work that supports our ambitions for the area, all while receiving the guidance and support you deserve. If you are enthusiastic about driving change and making a difference, seize this chance today. To apply, simply click the 'Apply Now' button and start your journey with us through jobsincare.com!
At Aberdeenshire Council, we pride ourselves on fostering a friendly and forward-thinking environment that emphasises teamwork and communication. As a Survey Assistant, you will collaborate closely with council officers and engage in initiatives that positively impact your community. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in meaningful work that supports our ambitions for the area, all while receiving the guidance and support you deserve. If you are enthusiastic about driving change and making a difference, seize this chance today. To apply, simply click the 'Apply Now' button and start your journey with us through jobsincare.com!
Join a friendly, forward-thinking team dedicated to making a positive impact in Aberdeenshire communities.
Gain valuable insights into the practical workings of a planning authority and the Planning (Scotland) Act 2019.
Flexible working hours (up to 30 hours a week) making it ideal for individuals balancing family and career.
Engage in diverse surveying and mapping projects that enhance local services and community development.
Receive supportive onboarding and mentorship to help you thrive in your role.
Short-term contract provides an opportunity to gain experience without a long-term commitment.
Job Description
We are recruiting for Survey Assistants to join the Planning and Economy Service to play an important role in surveying, data gathering, mapping and analysis that will input into a range of place-based and research projects, principally undertaking fieldwork to update Aberdeenshire Council's Facilities Monitor. This project is undertaken every two years and tracks and monitors changes in the provision of services in settlements across Aberdeenshire and enhances access to place-based information supporting planning and decision-making, including the Local Development Plan.
The role would suit an individual that is motivated and enthusiastic, and will offer a great opportunity to be involved with a wide range of activities and projects across the whole of Aberdeenshire. The successful candidate will be supported into the job. This role is a perfect opportunity for anyone wanting to gain an insight into the practical workings of a planning authority, including seeing how in practice the Planning (Scotland) Act 2is being implemented whilst gaining valuable planning experience.
You will work alongside council officers and be responsible for supporting work that makes a positive difference in our communities and support our ambitions for the area. Aberdeenshire Council is friendly and forward-thinking organisation where teamwork, flexibility and positive communication are supported.?
This position is not likely to exceed a 3-month period with hrs up to 30 hrs a week.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 11 June 2025
Fixed Term for a period not exceeding 19/09/2025.
Informal enquiries to Emma Storey or Jenny Ash - /
For more information about living and working in Aberdeenshire, please click here
Please feel free to read our guidance on Requesting Reasonable Adjustments at Interview, Guaranteed Interview and how to request Alternate Formats and Communication Support
A Privacy Notice giving you information on the data we hold on you, what we do with that data, who we share your data with and your rights under GDPR is available here . Alternatively, we can send a copy if you ask us to by emailing
We are recruiting for Survey Assistants to join the Planning and Economy Service to play an important role in surveying, data gathering, mapping and analysis that will input into a range of place-based and research projects, principally undertaking fieldwork to update Aberdeenshire Council's Facilities Monitor. This project is undertaken every two years and tracks and monitors changes in the provision of services in settlements across Aberdeenshire and enhances access to place-based information supporting planning and decision-making, including the Local Development Plan.
The role would suit an individual that is motivated and enthusiastic, and will offer a great opportunity to be involved with a wide range of activities and projects across the whole of Aberdeenshire. The successful candidate will be supported into the job. This role is a perfect opportunity for anyone wanting to gain an insight into the practical workings of a planning authority, including seeing how in practice the Planning (Scotland) Act 2is being implemented whilst gaining valuable planning experience.
You will work alongside council officers and be responsible for supporting work that makes a positive difference in our communities and support our ambitions for the area. Aberdeenshire Council is friendly and forward-thinking organisation where teamwork, flexibility and positive communication are supported.?
This position is not likely to exceed a 3-month period with hrs up to 30 hrs a week.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 11 June 2025
Fixed Term for a period not exceeding 19/09/2025.
Informal enquiries to Emma Storey or Jenny Ash - /
For more information about living and working in Aberdeenshire, please click here
Please feel free to read our guidance on Requesting Reasonable Adjustments at Interview, Guaranteed Interview and how to request Alternate Formats and Communication Support
A Privacy Notice giving you information on the data we hold on you, what we do with that data, who we share your data with and your rights under GDPR is available here . Alternatively, we can send a copy if you ask us to by emailing
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