Development Control Officer at Wemabod Limited

Key Responsibilities

Development Control & Estate Planning

• Manage and process applications for plan approval, renovation permits, and related development control activities.
• Ensure all developments within the estate comply with the revised Approval Order, planning regulations, and corporate estate guidelines.
• Conduct routine site inspections to monitor compliance with approved building plans and estate regulations.
• Issue notices, recommendations, and enforcement actions where necessary.

Support to Consultant & Implementation of Approval Order

• Work directly with the planning consultant throughout the revision of the Approval Order.
• Provide field data, estate surveys, stakeholder feedback, and required documentation.
• Participate in technical review sessions and assist in the drafting of estate planning frameworks.
• Lead the on-ground implementation of the new planning standards once approved.

Estate Data Management

• Maintain an updated inventory of plots, land use classifications, approved developments, and compliance records.
• Prepare periodic reports on development trends, planning applications, and revenue generated from planning activities.
• Support digitalization of development control processes and estate mapping.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage residents, businesses, government agencies, and internal departments on planning matters.
• Provide advisory services to applicants on requirements for permit issuance and compliance.
• Attend estate meetings, enforcement exercises, and collaborative planning sessions.

Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with the Property Management and Legal teams on planning and compliance matters.
• Provide professional town planning input to support estate improvements and redevelopment proposals.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban & Regional Planning, Physical Planning, or related field.
• NYSC completed.
• Registration with NITP and eligibility for TOPREC certification is an added advantage.
• 1–5 years post-qualification experience in town planning, development control, or estate planning.
• Proficiency with GIS tools, CAD software, and estate mapping technologies is desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of urban planning regulations and development control processes.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and reporting abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently on site and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High integrity and commitment to enforcing standards with fairness and professionalism.