Technical Officer
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Horncastle, Lincolnshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | East Lindsey District Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We’re looking for an organised and detail focused Planning Technical Officer to join our Planning Service at East Lindsey District Council.
This is an exciting time to join us as our service continues to modernise, align processes across the Partnership, and enhance our digital systems to support efficient, customer‑focused planning delivery.
You’ll play a key part in validating planning applications, ensuring submissions meet statutory and local requirements before registration. Working closely with colleagues across the Partnership, you’ll support the smooth running of the planning process from technical checks and fee assessments to consultations, publicity, decision administration and planning appeals.
Your role will also support our ongoing evolution as you help us maintain accurate digital records, improve system use, and contribute to a consistent approach to planning processes across SELCP.
Why join us?
Be part of a progressive, evolving planning service
Contribute to service‑wide improvements across a unique three‑council partnership
Work in a supportive, agile environment (office and home‑based working)
Access development opportunities and local government benefits
What do we need from you?
Strong communication and customer‑service skills
Good IT skills and confidence working with digital systems
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
If you’re motivated, adaptable, and ready to support a modern planning service, we’d be delighted to receive your application.
If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Siani Adkins on 01507 613173 or Rachael Leggett on 07980790606.
This position is a shared role within the South and East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership (SELCP) and forms part of the S113 agreement between the participating partnership Councils in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement 1st October 2021.
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.
This is an exciting time to join us as our service continues to modernise, align processes across the Partnership, and enhance our digital systems to support efficient, customer‑focused planning delivery.
You’ll play a key part in validating planning applications, ensuring submissions meet statutory and local requirements before registration. Working closely with colleagues across the Partnership, you’ll support the smooth running of the planning process from technical checks and fee assessments to consultations, publicity, decision administration and planning appeals.
Your role will also support our ongoing evolution as you help us maintain accurate digital records, improve system use, and contribute to a consistent approach to planning processes across SELCP.
Why join us?
Be part of a progressive, evolving planning service
Contribute to service‑wide improvements across a unique three‑council partnership
Work in a supportive, agile environment (office and home‑based working)
Access development opportunities and local government benefits
What do we need from you?
Strong communication and customer‑service skills
Good IT skills and confidence working with digital systems
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
If you’re motivated, adaptable, and ready to support a modern planning service, we’d be delighted to receive your application.
If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Siani Adkins on 01507 613173 or Rachael Leggett on 07980790606.
This position is a shared role within the South and East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership (SELCP) and forms part of the S113 agreement between the participating partnership Councils in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement 1st October 2021.
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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