Senior Planning Officer

Shape the future of North Lincolnshire - Join our award-winning team!
North Lincolnshire Council’s Development Management Service, recently awarded Local Authority of the Year at the RTPI Yorkshire Awards for Planning Excellence Awards 2026, is looking for a talented and motivated Senior Planning Officer to help deliver ambitious growth and transformation across our area.

North Lincolnshire offers the best of both worlds stunning rural landscapes, vibrant communities, and excellent transport links to Hull, Lincoln, Sheffield, Leeds, and beyond. With outstanding schools, affordable housing, and masses of green space, it’s a fantastic place to live and work.

Why join us?

This is an exciting time for North Lincolnshire. Significant investment in housing, infrastructure, and regeneration is underway, alongside Nationally Significant Infrastructure projects that put us at the heart of the UK’s Energy Estuary. From Humber Freeport development to decarbonisation initiatives, you’ll play a key role in shaping a sustainable future for our communities.

As a career-graded role, we welcome applications from postgraduates through to experienced Senior Planning Officers. You’ll manage a varied and interesting caseload of planning applications, ranging from small-scale developments to major strategic projects, giving you the opportunity to broaden your expertise and make a real impact. You’ll be part of a progressive, supportive team that values professional development and knowledge sharing.

Joining our progressive and welcoming team will bring a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary + 10% market supplement
• Attractive relocation package
• Comprehensive induction and CPD opportunities
• Generous annual leave
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Agile working arrangements

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now and help us create an area that is safe, well, prosperous, and connected.

Closing date: 5 October 2026

Interview date: 13 October 2026

Please see attached job description and employee specification which you should refer to when completing your application to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

For an informal discussion, contact Rebecca Brown, Head of Planning on 01724 297903 or email rebecca.brown@northlincs.gov.uk.

Candidates must be able to evidence their right to work in the UK. Please note the council does not hold a sponsor licence to sponsor people to work in the UK.

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• Job Description and Employee Specification - Senior Planning Officer