Planning Enforcement and Caravan Licensing Officer
| Posting date: | 09 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,024 to £34,434 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 February 2026 |
| Location: | Horncastle, Lincolnshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | East Lindsey District Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
East Lindsey District Council is expanding our Enforcement Team within the Planning and Strategic Infrastructure Directorate. Following a funding award, we are recruiting two Officers to help tackle unauthorised occupancy on Holiday Caravan Parks across the district.
With over 30,000 caravans in our area, this work is vital to supporting operators, residents, and communities—helping maintain high standards and compliance through planning and licensing enforcement. Your role will directly support our local economy and tourism, making a real difference across the district.
Why join us?
Be part of a team that makes a real difference to our communities and local economy.
Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment.
Benefit from training and development opportunities to grow your career.
What You’ll Do
As a Planning Enforcement & Caravan Licensing Officer, you will:
Investigate and resolve non-compliance on holiday and residential caravan sites, focusing on unauthorised occupancy.
Carry out site inspections, prepare reports, and take enforcement action where needed.
Advise on appropriate measures in line with legislation and policy.
Provide expert guidance to Members and customers on caravan licensing.
Prepare legal documents and represent the Council at hearings or inquiries when required.
Manage your own caseload and work collaboratively across services.
We need someone who is:
Highly motivated, organised, and able to manage a varied caseload with accuracy and attention to detail.
Skilled in administration and customer care, confident on the phone and in person, with clear written and verbal communication skills.
Resilient, tactful, and diplomatic when handling sensitive or challenging situations.
Proficient with IT systems and able to produce accurate reports and legal documents.
This role involves regular travel across a wide rural district, with multiple site visits on a regular basis, so the ability to independently and reliably travel as part of your daily duties is essential.
Experience in planning enforcement or licensing is desirable, but not essential—we’ll provide full training and ongoing professional development to help you succeed.
Interested?
For an informal, confidential chat about the role, contact:
Jo Parker, Group Manager – Enforcement
jo.parker@e-lindsey.gov.uk 07584 613322
Laura Gale, Senior Caravan Licensing Officer
laura.gale@e-lindsey.gov.uk 01507 613551
Please refer to the job description for full details of duties, responsibilities, and required knowledge.
Apply today and help us keep East Lindsey’s holiday parks safe, compliant, and thriving.
BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, enjoy peace of mind with generous employer contributions to a scheme designed to provide long-term financial security after your working life
Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
Cycle to work scheme*
Flu Jabs
Free Eye Test voucher for regular screen users
Flexible Working Policy
Agile Working Policy*
Car Mileage reimbursement*
Long service recognition
Excellent career progression and training opportunities
*Certain restrictions may apply
We also offer a wide range of family friendly policies designed to enable you to balance your work and home life, manage your personal responsibilities and support you in times of difficulty.
ABOUT US: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.
Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.
The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website
The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.
With over 30,000 caravans in our area, this work is vital to supporting operators, residents, and communities—helping maintain high standards and compliance through planning and licensing enforcement. Your role will directly support our local economy and tourism, making a real difference across the district.
Why join us?
Be part of a team that makes a real difference to our communities and local economy.
Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment.
Benefit from training and development opportunities to grow your career.
What You’ll Do
As a Planning Enforcement & Caravan Licensing Officer, you will:
Investigate and resolve non-compliance on holiday and residential caravan sites, focusing on unauthorised occupancy.
Carry out site inspections, prepare reports, and take enforcement action where needed.
Advise on appropriate measures in line with legislation and policy.
Provide expert guidance to Members and customers on caravan licensing.
Prepare legal documents and represent the Council at hearings or inquiries when required.
Manage your own caseload and work collaboratively across services.
We need someone who is:
Highly motivated, organised, and able to manage a varied caseload with accuracy and attention to detail.
Skilled in administration and customer care, confident on the phone and in person, with clear written and verbal communication skills.
Resilient, tactful, and diplomatic when handling sensitive or challenging situations.
Proficient with IT systems and able to produce accurate reports and legal documents.
This role involves regular travel across a wide rural district, with multiple site visits on a regular basis, so the ability to independently and reliably travel as part of your daily duties is essential.
Experience in planning enforcement or licensing is desirable, but not essential—we’ll provide full training and ongoing professional development to help you succeed.
Interested?
For an informal, confidential chat about the role, contact:
Jo Parker, Group Manager – Enforcement
jo.parker@e-lindsey.gov.uk 07584 613322
Laura Gale, Senior Caravan Licensing Officer
laura.gale@e-lindsey.gov.uk 01507 613551
Please refer to the job description for full details of duties, responsibilities, and required knowledge.
Apply today and help us keep East Lindsey’s holiday parks safe, compliant, and thriving.
BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, enjoy peace of mind with generous employer contributions to a scheme designed to provide long-term financial security after your working life
Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
Cycle to work scheme*
Flu Jabs
Free Eye Test voucher for regular screen users
Flexible Working Policy
Agile Working Policy*
Car Mileage reimbursement*
Long service recognition
Excellent career progression and training opportunities
*Certain restrictions may apply
We also offer a wide range of family friendly policies designed to enable you to balance your work and home life, manage your personal responsibilities and support you in times of difficulty.
ABOUT US: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.
Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.
The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website
The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.
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