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Graduate Transport Planner - September 2026 intake

Rappor

Cheltenham

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Cheltenham is seeking a Graduate Transport Planner to support sustainable development initiatives. The role involves preparing technical reports, conducting junction capacity modelling, and collaborating with stakeholders. A strong educational background in relevant subjects and a full UK driving licence are required. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, with applications closing on October 31, 2025, for a start in September 2026.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary
25 days annual leave plus additional perks
4% pension contribution
Life assurance
Wellbeing package

Qualifications

  • Predicted 2:1 grade or above.
  • Full UK driving licence required.
  • The Right to Work in the UK indefinitely.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare technical reports like Transport Assessments.
  • Conduct junction capacity modelling and CAD design.
  • Liaise with stakeholders and clients.

Skills

Transport planning knowledge
Technical report writing
Stakeholder engagement
Junction capacity modelling

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in relevant subject
Job description
Overview

Opportunity for a Graduate Transport Planner to join our growing, multidisciplinary team in Cheltenham, GL50 3LH, in September 2026.

Transport planning helps develop the future shape of our towns and cities, considering how transport will link people with places. And that includes encouraging sustainable modes of transport wherever possible to replace journeys by car. Working through the planning process and beyond, we communicate complex issues to the public, developers and politicians to help sustainable development happen.

Responsibilities

Your day-to-day as a Graduate Transport Planner with us will include (with the guidance and support of colleagues):

  • Preparing technical reports such as Access Appraisals, Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, Travel Plans and Walking, Cycling, Horse-Riding Assessment and Reviews.
  • Carrying out junction capacity modelling and CAD design work
  • Liaising with stakeholders, external project team members and clients
  • Representing the company at meetings, public consultations and exhibitions
  • Undertaking site visits and surveys
  • Working collaboratively within your team and others on multidisciplinary projects
Qualifications
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant subject (including and not limited to Geography, Civil Engineering, Transport Planning) and predicted to archive a 2:1 grade or above
  • Demonstrate and articulate your talent and motivation to become a transport planner working in development planning
  • Ability to research and to write high quality reports (typically demonstrated through your studies or work experience)
  • Engaged by and believe in our values (see values graphic on our Careers page)
  • Full UK driving licence
  • The Right to Work in the UK indefinitely (we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future)
About Rappor

Our philosophy is simple: we invest in our people and build partnerships with our stakeholders, resulting in a dynamic and successful business that benefits everyone. As a multidisciplinary environmental and engineering consultancy, our outputs contribute to the built environment we all occupy. Our four values include ‘living our best life’ and ‘celebrating our team’, and we provide loads of opportunities to do just that. We currently number 70-something people, based out of four principal offices, and celebrated our 11-year anniversary this year!

Rewards
  • A competitive starting salary
  • Industry-leading annual leave: 25 days, plus your birthday, plus the period between Christmas and New Year, and an additional day for every three years’ service up to an additional five days
  • 4% contribution towards your company pension
  • Life assurance
  • Access to the Company’s wellbeing package, including a Cycle2work scheme, paid charity days, Employee Assistance Program (providing you with immediate and confidential help for any work, health or life matters) and social events throughout the year.
Being inclusive

We believe in having equity throughout our business and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We know that diverse teams are strong teams and strive to be a great home for all our people. Let us know what you need to be your best self with Rappor.

What Next

We will acknowledge your application immediately and will be reviewing applications for this position on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible and applications will close no later than 31 October 2025. Our selection process will include written questions as a qualifier for in person assessment in our Cheltenham office in November 2025. The start date for the position will be in September 2026.

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