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Are you curious, motivated and keen to make a difference?

We're looking for someone who can spot opportunities, influence change and help secure the best outcomes for Lincolnshire.

As our Senior Energy Adviser, you will lead on energy-related opportunities and challenges. A key part of the role is helping Lincolnshire make the most of the proposed STEP fusion energy project at West Burton. This could bring new investment, high-quality jobs and economic growth to the county.

You will also help shape Lincolnshire's future energy plans by working with businesses, partners and stakeholders to identify future energy needs.

What you'll be doing

• Provide expert advice on energy-related opportunities and challenges.
• Keep up to date with developments at the proposed STEP fusion site at West Burton.
• Identify opportunities for fusion related jobs, skills, investment and infrastructure.
• Brief elected members, senior leaders and partners on key energy developments.
• Build strong relationships with businesses, government agencies and stakeholders.
• Develop energy related projects and programmes that promote economic growth.
• Develop business cases to secure funding and investment.

About you

You will be:

• Curious and analytical.
• Comfortable working in a fast-changing environment.
• An assured communicator who can explain complex issues clearly.
• Able to influence and advise senior stakeholders.
• Skilled at turning strategy into practical action.
• Innovative, motivated and results-focused.
• Experienced in leading projects and delivering outcomes.

Experience in energy, infrastructure or economic development would be beneficial. However, we also welcome applicants with transferable skills and a strong interest in shaping Lincolnshire's future.

Why join us?

This is a unique opportunity to help shape one of the UK's most exciting energy programmes.

You will help Lincolnshire attract investment, create jobs and develop the skills needed for the future economy. Your work will support long-term growth and ensure the county is ready to benefit from advances in the energy sector.

If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact Mandy Ramm via email on Mandy.Ramm@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Closing date: 16/08/26.

Interviews: TBC.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your 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.

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

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.

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.

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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.