Dorset Council UK
Engineer - Modelling
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Engineer - Modelling
Transport Modeller & Transport Data Support Officer
Location: Dorset Council
Dorset Council are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our Transport Data & Studies Team, supporting the implementation of Dorset’s planning policy and transport infrastructure.
The successful applicant will assist in:
- Creating and using computer transport models
- Conducting specific aspects of transportation-related assessments and studies
- Conducting data analysis, including using:
- Spreadsheets
- Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
- Report writing and outcome communication
You will be part of a small, friendly team of experienced transport modellers, supporting and informing:
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- Dorset Council’s Planning and Highway teams
- A range of work including:
- Transport modelling
- Scheme appraisal
- Assessment work with various stakeholders:
- Local authorities
- Government bodies
- Private developers
We prioritise workforce wellbeing, learning, development, and flexible working. We are committed to:
- Supporting your continual professional development
- Offering hybrid and flexible working to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
About You
You should have:
- An Undergraduate Degree in:
- Civil Engineering
- Mathematics
- Geography
- Economics
- Well-developed IT, numerical, and literacy skills
- Excellent report-writing skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences
- Strong liaison skills, collaborating with:
- Other internal directorates
- External partners
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver on deadlines
- Prioritise high-profile projects
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While experience with transport data or studies is desirable, it is not essential.
Desirable but valuable skills/experience include knowledge of:
- Software packages:
- SATURN
- PARAMICS
- CUBE VOYAGER
- TUBA
- EXCEL
- QGIS/MAPINFO
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