Overview
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Highways and Transport Planner who's starting their career in Transport Planning. In this role you will support delivery of strategic transport plans and transport projects, helping to shape the future of transport across West Northamptonshire. Working as part of the Transport Planning team we will provide on the job training and the opportunity to develop professional skills and knowledge. You will investigate and evaluate transport trends and best practice to support the development of transport policy and initiatives. The role will be involved with the preparation, monitoring and delivery of a range of local strategies related to the Council's Local Transport Plan, and assist in developing transport evidence/policies to support West Northamptonshire's Local Plan, and the Council's regeneration proposals across West Northamptonshire, including the exciting plans for Northampton town centre. You will have the opportunity to engage in stakeholder activities with internal and external partners, develop analytical, presentation and report writing skills, all whilst working in a busy Highways Department.
Responsibilities
* Support delivery of strategic transport plans and transport projects
* Investigate and evaluate transport trends and best practice to inform transport policy and initiatives
* Assist in developing transport evidence/policies to support the Local Transport Plan, Local Plan and regeneration proposals
* Engage with internal and external stakeholders; develop analytical, presentation and report writing skills
Qualifications
* Good level of education, preferably degree level
* Experience of data analysis
* Experience working in, or on behalf of, local government is desirable
* Good report writing and presentation skills; ability to manage time and workload
Other
Interviews will take place on 23 September 2025. For discussion or questions, please email esme.cushing@westnorthants.gov.uk
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