Planning Enforcement and Caravan Licensing Officer

South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership; Horncastle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional council partnership in Horncastle seeks a Planning Enforcement & Caravan Licensing Officer to address unauthorized occupancy on holiday parks. Responsibilities include site inspections, compliance reporting, and providing legal guidance. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, and training is available for those without prior experience. Benefits include flexible working conditions, a generous leave scheme, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Benefits Platform

Flexible Working Policy

Car Mileage reimbursement

Excellent career progression

Qualifications

• Highly motivated, organised, and detail-oriented.
• Confident in customer interaction, both phone and in-person.
• Able to handle sensitive situations with resilience and diplomacy.
• Experience in planning enforcement or licensing is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve non-compliance on holiday and residential caravan sites.
• Carry out site inspections, prepare reports, and take enforcement action.
• Advise on appropriate measures in line with legislation and policy.
• Provide expert guidance on caravan licensing and prepare legal documents.

Skills

Organisational skills

Customer care

Clear communication

IT proficiency

Job description

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
  [e-mail] 07584 613322
• Laura Gale, Senior Caravan Licensing Officer
  [e-mail] 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

• 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 innovative 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.

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.