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We currently have an exciting opportunity to join LCC’s Planning Team as a Principal Infrastructure Officer to lead and advise on a growing number of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) in Lincolnshire.

About the role
We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced, organised and proactive planner to take a lead role assessing and provide advice on NSIPs to deliver the best possible outcomes for Lincolnshire residents and our environment. There are lots of exciting areas to be involved in and to have a positive impact on how we manage infrastructure development across Lincolnshire.

Numerous NSIP scale energy projects are being brought forward in Lincolnshire which includes 12 major solar projects, energy from waste, carbon capture, new grid infrastructure, cable routes from off-shore wind farms, hydrogen, nuclear fusion, a new reservoir and more are expected.

You will be joining a multidisciplinary infrastructure team of specialists to respond to the NSIPs which comprise some of the biggest planning projects the County faces. This post will involve collaborative working with promotors, applicants, communities, and stakeholders. The successful candidate will carry out a range of planning duties, including preparation of Local Impact Reports, negotiation of legal agreements, appearing at examinations, inquiries and hearings and discharge of conditions/requirements, as assigned, taking account of relevant legislation, policies, and the procedures of the Council. You may also be required, as workload dictates, to process applications for minerals and waste development. The successful candidate will also have day to day management responsibility for the teams Senior Infrastructure Officer and Planning Apprentice.

About you
We are looking for someone who is comfortable working at a strategic level with a broad variety of decision-makers and stakeholders.

We will shortlist for interview on the following minimum criteria for the role:

1. Demonstrate experience and knowledge of managing statutory processes related to the 2008 Planning Act and/or significant development management experience.

2. Ability to assess complex planning proposals and prepare detailed responses and reports.

3. Excellent communication, problem solving and influencing skills and confident in liaising with senior leaders, officers, councillors, applicant’s, the public and other stakeholders.

4. Excellent project management skills, a track record of building programmes of work at a high level and ability to provide professional advice in a timely manner.

On joining the team, you will be well supported, but you will be able to find your feet quickly. If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role and want to be at the forefront of the UK’s energy transformation, even if you do not meet all the essential requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Applicants must hold a Degree or Post Graduate qualification in Town and Country Planning together with (or be eligible for) full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute.

About Our Offer
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
1. A Contributory pension
2. Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
3. Flexible working policies
4. Career progression opportunities
5. A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you here.

If this sounds like the role for you, then please read through the full Job Description, before clicking apply! If you would like to know more about Lincolnshire County Council and our current vacancies then click on over to Jobs and careers – Lincolnshire County Council

For a confidential and informal discussion about the role please contact:
Justine Foster – Infrastructure Manager via email justine.foster@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Applications will close on 9 August 2026 and interviews will take place on or around 18 August 2026.

Best of luck with your application.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you here.

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you here.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.