Highways Development Planner

WMJobs; Worcester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Worcester seeks a Highways Development Planner to deliver highway projects that benefit the community. The role requires a degree in planning and offers the opportunity to shape sustainable growth. The ideal candidate will work on large developments and engage with various stakeholders. This position comes with perks such as a great pension scheme and flexible working options.

Benefits

Great Holiday Entitlement

Brilliant Pension Scheme

Professional Learning & Development

Flexible Working

Qualifications

• Degree in planning or related field is essential.
• Experience in delivering highway projects is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to engage with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ambitious highway schemes benefitting residents.
• Work across all aspects of the development process.
• Assist in shaping emerging Local Plans and associated infrastructure.

Skills

Planning and transport planning

Sustainable development

Community engagement

Education

Relevant degree in planning or related field

Tools

GIS software

Job description

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The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Highways Development Management team and to shape future growth in Worcestershire.

Worcestershire County Council,

Job Title: Highways Development Planner

Salary: £35,265- £37,036 per annum

35 Hours per Week

Location: Worcester

Team: Planning and Transport Planning

Permanent

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Highways Development Management team and to shape future growth in Worcestershire.

The postholder will help to deliver ambitious highway schemes benefitting our residents and wider communities, including working on some of the largest developments in Worcestershire including new settlements and urban expansions, focused on sustainable growth across all modes.

The transport network of the County is critical to economic growth, with investment proposed and planned in the road network, rail stations and service connectivity plus active travel. The County already has a strong record of delivery, having invested in significant road improvements including dualling the A4440 around Worcester, delivering Worcestershire Parkway rail station and active travel infrastructure including Kepax bridge across the Severn.

The County is a diverse and vibrant mix of rural and urban communities, benefitting from the high-quality environment which Worcestershire offers. The major rivers of the Severn, Avon and Teme weave through the county, integral to our history, and shaping our landscape and growth proposals.

Working with closely with the Worcestershire Local Planning Authorities, the postholder will need to work across all aspects of the development process from pre-application discussion to condition discharge and post applications consents.

Proposals in the Worcestershire Local Plans include allocations of all sizes from ensuring a range of planning applications with many different considerations and challenges.

The role will also assist in shaping emerging Local Plans and associated infrastructure requirements, helping to take proposals from concept to reality.

The successful candidate will be part of the Highways Development Management team at the County Council. We are looking for candidates interested in planning and transport planning to join the team, with an ambition to deliver growth proposals whilst developing their career

For further information please contact: Emily Barker: [e-mail]

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?
  
  
  

Some of these offers include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.
  
  
  

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 1st September 2025

Anticipated Interview Date: 17th, 23rd & 24th September 2025

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