Suffolk County Council
Transport Planning Engineer
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Transport Planning Engineer
Transport Planning Engineer – Suffolk County Council
Address & Working Arrangements
Location: Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX (Hybrid Working) Salary: £34,434 – £40,777 per annum (pro rata for part-time) Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible working available) Contract: Permanent position
About Suffolk County Council
As a modern, flexible, and effective organisation, Suffolk County Council is committed to making a positive difference—to Suffolk’s environment, communities, and the careers of its employees. Join us as a Transport Planning Engineer, and bring your fresh thinking to shape sustainable development across the county while advancing your career opportunites.
About the Role
Reimagine the possibilities. As a Transport Planning Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable development in Suffolk, collaborating across departments, developers, and local authorities to agree high-quality, forward-thinking infrastructure solutions.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Public consultancy: Represent the Local Highway Authority in planning consultations to enforce high standards of sustainable transport—promoting its benefits to Suffolk’s communities.
- Social engagement: Negotiate development agreements that balance growth ambitions with essential transport improvements, mitigating impacts while supporting inclusivity.
- Transport assessment: Evaluate applications and contribute to town-wide transport plans that enhance connectivity, safety, and accessibility for all users.
- Core services: Work alongside colleagues to identify and deliver practical initiatives (e.g., active travel) that align with Suffolk’s long-term sustainability goals.
Key Responsibilities
required to:
- Champion sustainable transport: Advocate for high standards in new developments, influencing stakeholders on the benefits to Suffolk’s people.
- Technical authority: Expertise in highway design and construction, with an understanding of relevant Highway Act sections.
- Proactive representation: Act as team spokesperson, offering expert advice (including in complex environments).
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For a complete list of expectations, visit the [Job and Person Profile (JPP)](link in application section).
If you can deliver, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t meet all criteria!
The Team
The Transport Planning Team is central to Suffolk’s Transport Strategy, spearheading sustainable growth through:
- Development management: Provide expert technical input to local planning authorities to assess and approve new developments that meet both growth and net-zero transport objectives.
- Smart infrastructure: Lead securing funding for bold transport initiatives, particularly those promoting active travel.
- Collaborative impact: Ensure development aligns with equitable connectivity, sustainability, and safe community design through collaborative forward-thinkers.
Empowering Everyone
At Suffolk County Council, we prioritise:
✨ Equality – Representing the diversity of the communities we serve. ☄️ Inclusion – Supporting all individuals by cultivating an environment where everyone thrives.
We encourage applications from underrepresented communities and encourage all to share how they can contribute to our Workforce Equality Goals.
How To Apply
Step 1: Read the Job & Person Profile (Word doc).
Step 2: Start Applying online via Apply Now.
Step 3: Upload the following Required Documents (≤ 400 words per question):
- Stakeholder/Project Collaboration: Describe an example where you worked with developers, planners, or internal teams to resolve a complex development issue.
- Technical Analysis: Explain how you’ve used transport assessments/data to influence a decision or recommendation.
- Accessibility & Sustainability: Share an example demonstrating your contribution to improving sustainability, accessibility, or inclusivity.
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Step 4: Upload only in PDF or MS Word.
Applicants without supporting statement/ CV will not be considered.
Core Commitments
- Reasonable Adjustments: Request support by contacting: recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 014412.
- Closing Date: 11:30pm, 13 July 2024
- Interview Week: Commencing 27 July 2024
Note: DBS disclosure checks or police vetting will be required for this post.
Why Join Us?
At Suffolk County Council, we’re not just an employer—we’re a transformative workplace. Discover why joining is transformative:
Your Benefits
📅 Flexibility: Embedded in our Hybrid Working policy, along with the right to request Flexible Working from day one. 💰 Compensation:
- Career progression via performance-related pay
- Annual cost-of-living pay increase
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) membership 🌿 Work/Life Balance: Up to 29 days’ annual leave, plus UK bank holidays and 2 days’ volunteering leave.
🚗 Wellbeing: Travel, lifestyle, and health benefits alongside support to expand your knowledge. 📈 Career Development:
- Training & mentoring
- Diverse employee networks
- Clear progression routes within the organisation.
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