Assistant Transport Planner–Sheffield (2–4 Years’)

Pertemps; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Sheffield is seeking an Assistant Transport Planner with 2–4 years of experience. The role involves conducting transport assessments, developing travel plans, and performing junction capacity modelling. Candidates should have a degree in Transport or a related field, along with strong technical writing and analytical skills. The position offers hybrid working and opportunities for career progression within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Career development pathways

Mentorship

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ experience in transport planning / development planning.
• Clear technical writing and analytical skills.
• Understanding of the UK planning process and policy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct transport assessments and statements for planning submissions.
• Develop travel plans and sustainability strategies.
• Perform junction capacity modelling and survey analysis.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Transport, Geography, Civil Engineering, Planning or similar

Tools

Junctions 9/10

LinSig

AutoCAD

TRICS

TEMPro

GIS

Job description

Assistant Transport Planner – Sheffield (2–4 Years’ Experience)

£30,000 – £38,000 + Benefits | Sheffield | Hybrid Working

We are supporting a respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Sheffield that is looking to expand its Transport Planning team with a talented Assistant Transport Planner (2–4 years’ experience). The team works on a strong pipeline of regional development, transport strategy and active travel projects across Yorkshire and the Midlands.

The Role

• Transport Assessments & Statements for planning submissions
• Travel Plans, sustainability/access strategies and active travel inputs
• Junction capacity modelling (Junctions 9/10, LinSig)
• Trip generation, TRICS assessments and survey analysis
• Development access and swept-path checks
• Feasibility studies and early-stage transport appraisals
• GIS mapping, data analysis and technical reports
• Liaison with local authorities, clients, and design teams

What You’ll Bring

• 2–4 years’ experience in transport planning / development planning
• Clear technical writing and analytical skills
• Experience using some of the following:
• Junctions 9/10, LinSig, AutoCAD, TRICS, TEMPro, GIS
• Understanding of the UK planning process and planning policy
• A collaborative mindset and good communication skills
• Degree in Transport, Geography, Civil Engineering, Planning or similar

Why Join?

• Hybrid working with a modern Sheffield office
• Strong regional project pipeline across residential, commercial, education and mixed-use schemes
• Supported career development and Chartership pathways (CIHT / TPS)
• Opportunity to progress to Transport Planner level
• Inclusive, friendly team with great mentorship