Duty Officer

Work Base: Church Square House

Location: Scunthorpe

Salary: Grade 6 £25,409 to £28,371 per year

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

DBS: No

Closing Date: Friday 31 March 2023

A great opportunity exists for someone looking to shape their career in planning.

North Lincolnshire Council is looking for a Duty Officer to work in Development Management. The post involves a range of front-line duties to support our busy Development Management team including providing high-quality, front-line customer service, information and advice on planning issues; processing minor planning applications, and; advising and assisting the public on the completion and submission of planning applications and the processes to follow.

The post would suit someone who is highly organised but flexible to meet the changes in workload, deadlines, priorities and circumstances that arise from working in a complex service. Excellent communication skills are essential, along with the ability to deal with a wide range of customers.

The post holder will be working towards or in possession of a relevant planning qualification. Full training will be provided to the successful candidate.

In return, we offer a range of benefits, including:

If you are interested in joining us to achieve better outcomes for our residents and communities and would like an informal discussion about this role, please contact Rebecca Leggott, Principal Development Management Officer on 01724 297903 or email rebecca.leggott@northlincs.gov.uk