Principal Infrastructure Officer 7576/3336

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join LCC’s Planning Team as a Principal Infrastructure Officer to lead and advise on a growing number of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) in Lincolnshire.

About the role

We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced, organised and proactive planner to take a lead role assessing and provide advice on NSIPs to deliver the best possible outcomes for Lincolnshire residents and our environment. There are lots of exciting areas to be involved in and to have a positive impact on how we manage infrastructure development across Lincolnshire.

Numerous NSIP scale energy projects are being brought forward in Lincolnshire which includes 12 major solar projects, energy from waste, carbon capture, new grid infrastructure, cable routes from off-shore wind farms, hydrogen, nuclear fusion, a new reservoir and more are expected.

You will be joining a multidisciplinary infrastructure team of specialists to respond to the NSIPs which comprise some of the biggest planning projects the County faces. This post will involve collaborative working with promotors, applicants, communities, and stakeholders. The successful candidate will carry out a range of planning duties, including preparation of Local Impact Reports, negotiation of legal agreements, appearing at examinations, inquiries and hearings and discharge of conditions/requirements, as assigned, taking account of relevant legislation, policies, and the procedures of the Council. You may also be required, as workload dictates, to process applications for minerals and waste development. The successful candidate will also have day to day management responsibility for the teams Senior Infrastructure Officer and Planning Apprentice.

About Our Offer

Along with a competitive salary we are offering

1. A Contributory pension

2. Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work

3. Flexible working policies

4. Career progression opportunities

5. A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

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.

If this sounds like the role for you, then please read through the full Job Description, before clicking apply! If you would like to know more about Lincolnshire County Council and our current vacancies then click on over to Jobs and careers – Lincolnshire County Council

For a confidential and informal discussion about the role please contact

Justine Foster – Infrastructure Manager via email justine.foster@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Applications will close on 9 August 2026 and interviews will take place on or around 18 August 2026.