The World of Work
A website dedicated to sharing information about the amazing range of businesses, jobs and skills needed across Lincolnshire.
Your World of Opportunities
COUNTRYSIDE NORTH
Discover our historic market towns that have a great choice of independent shops and traditional street markets
COUNTRYSIDE SOUTH
Set in The Heart of Lincolnshire is a bustling market town with a long and varied history
THE VALES
Think mellow stone villages and fluorescent countryside, packed with ancient castles and magnificent historical homes
Industry Sectors
Agri-Food
The agri-food industry employs over 75,000 workers in things like agriculture, food production, farming equipment, technology and distribution…
Manufacturing & Engineering
Manufacturing and engineering is all about creation – and that’s exactly what Greater Lincolnshire wants to do.
Visitor Economy
Across Greater Lincolnshire, the visitor economy is worth more than £1 billion and employs around 39,000 jobs. Its tourism product is built on the distinctive features of the Greater Lincolnshire area i.e. its coastline, its cultural heritage in terms of attractions e.g. Lincoln Cathedral and Castle, market towns, and attractive Victorian architecture in towns like Stamford.
Low Carbon and Energy
Current estimates suggest that around 3,100 people and 150 companies across Greater Lincolnshire work or are engaged in this sector (often referred to as low carbon or environmental technologies) across a wide range of activities, from installers of solar PV panels, to plastics recycling and manufacturers of electric car batteries.
Health And Care
The care sector currently employs around 24,000 workers, contributing £315 million per year to the local economy.
Ports And Logistics
The Ports and Logistics sector employs around 18,000 workers, with a direct economic value to the Lincolnshire economy of £700 million per year.
Joe Balderson
What they're saying
Joe Balderson
What they're saying
If you are looking for inspiration to help you with your career choices, you have come to the right place. The World of Work has been created by the Greater Lincolnshire LEP with help from fantastic employers across the region. We want you to be informed whilst challenging the perceptions you may have about local industries. Greater Lincolnshire has a wealth of exciting job roles within diverse industries and sectors. Utilise the case studies on our Be Inspired page to learn about real stories from real employees.
Navigate your World of Work using the tag system to find more information on things which excite or inspire you.
Did You Know?
Hannah Dobson and Corey Hart Testimonial
The practical side of the course involves interacting, handling and caring for the animals. The Animal Care course definitely increases your confidence in working with animals, and it also helps you overcome any fears you may have. The lecturers have so much knowledge and experience so it’s great to be able to learn from them.
Did You Know?
Hannah Dobson and Corey Hart Testimonial
The practical side of the course involves interacting, handling and caring for the animals. The Animal Care course definitely increases your confidence in working with animals, and it also helps you overcome any fears you may have. The lecturers have so much knowledge and experience so it’s great to be able to learn from them.