Market Duty Officer (Fixed Term)

Job profile The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included. Job details Job reference

R0002080

Date posted 05/06/2026 Application closing date 14/06/2026 Location Lincoln Salary S1b (£25,948.92 FTE) Package Fixed Term until 31/11/2026 Contractual hours 18 Basis Part time Job category/type Major Developments Attachments Information for Applicants 2026.docx JDPS

• Market Duty Officer.

docx Market Duty Officer (Fixed Term) Job description The City of Lincoln Council is looking for a reliable and customer‑focused Market Duty Officer to support the day‑to‑day running of Cornhill Market. This part‑time, 18‑hour role involves opening and closing the market, ensuring the safety and security of the site, supporting traders, responding to issues on the ground and helping with stall set‑ups, cleaning and general market operations. You'll need to be confident working with the public, able to work independently and as part of a small team and comfortable with physical tasks and working in all weathers. If you're professional, practical and enjoy a hands‑on role in a busy environment, we'd love to hear from you. Key responsibilities

• Supporting the safe, efficient and effective daily operation of Cornhill Market.
• Opening and closing the market as a designated key holder.
• Ensuring the safety and security of the market and its users.
• Supporting traders, monitoring compliance and responding to on‑site issues.
• Assisting with the set‑up and pack‑down of market stalls and events.
• Maintaining cleanliness, managing waste and reporting maintenance issues.
• Responding to emergency call‑outs when required.
• Providing a professional, helpful presence for traders, visitors and members of the public. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
• The ability to work confidently both independently and as part of a small team.
• Strong communication skills with traders and members of the public.
• A calm and assertive approach when dealing with issues or challenging situations.
• Good decision‑making skills, including assessing risks and taking appropriate action.
• Reliability, professionalism and a commitment to excellent customer service.
• The physical ability to lift, move equipment and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• The ability to maintain accurate daily records and present a positive image of the Council.

Benefits we offer:

• Flexible working options / Flexi time scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Local government pension scheme.
• Employee online discount scheme (including cinema, retail / supermarkets and homeware / tech).
• Health and Wellbeing support.
• Sustainable Travel Options (Tax free bike scheme and discounted City parking).

For an informal discussion, please contact Grant Tims (Market Duty Manager) on grant.tims@lincoln.gov.uk In order to complete your application, please download and read the job description attached. You will find the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification section, so please ensure you address this in your supporting statement. All external candidates are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and a probationary period. Please be aware that the City of Lincoln Council does not hold a UKVI sponsor licence and is therefore unable to sponsor work visas. If you think you may require a visa to work in the UK, please refer to UK Visas & Immigration before applying as you may be eligible to work in the UK via an alternative visa route. As a Disability Confident Scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the vacancy.