At a Glance
- Tasks: Help deliver and grow Boston Market with hands-on outdoor work and customer engagement.
- Company: Join the largest Council Partnership in the UK, focused on community improvement.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, pension scheme, discounts, and excellent career progression.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and a dynamic team environment await you!
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while working outdoors and using tech.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence with B+E, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 31337 - 31337 £ per year.
We’re looking for a motivated, hands-on Markets Officer to help deliver and grow our historic Boston Market. This is a varied and rewarding role combining outdoor work, customer service, and digital administration – no two days are the same. This role requires a full UK driving licence with B+E (towing) and the ability to carry out a physically active, hands-on role. If you enjoy working outdoors, engaging with people, and using technology to support a busy operation, we’d love to hear from you!
Working Pattern:
- 4 days per week (37 hours), including early starts:
- Tuesday – 9am to 4pm
- Wednesday – 5:30am to 5:30pm (market day)
- Friday – 10am to 4pm
- Saturday – 5:30am to 5:30pm (market day)
As a Markets Officer, you will:
- Set up and dismantle market equipment, including gazebos and infrastructure.
- Drive market vehicles and tow trailers.
- Help ensure the market is safe, clean and well organised.
- Work closely with traders, the public, and colleagues.
- Manage bookings, enquiries and payments using online systems.
- Support traders and colleagues in using digital tools and processes.
- Promote Boston Market to visitors and potential traders.
What we’re looking for:
- Full UK driving licence with B+E (trailer towing) and confidence driving vans and towing equipment.
- Comfortable with practical, outdoor work – you will need to lift and move equipment such as gazebos, weights and barriers and work outdoors in a range of weather conditions.
- Confident using IT systems, or willing to learn and develop their digital skills.
- A strong communicator who can build relationships with traders and the public.
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible and reliable, with availability for market days (Wednesdays and Saturdays).
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.
- Excellent career progression and training opportunities.
- Long Service Recognition.
About Us: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South and 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 innovate 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.
Markets Officer in Lincolnshire employer: Boston Borough Council
As a Markets Officer with Boston Borough Council, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the vibrant Boston Market. Our supportive work culture prioritises employee well-being and development, offering excellent benefits such as access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, and opportunities for career progression. Enjoy a fulfilling role that combines outdoor activity, community engagement, and digital innovation in a collaborative environment that values flexibility and inclusivity.
