Senior Transport Modeller - Pontypridd, South Wales

Transport for Wales; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Transport Modeller to lead innovative transport modelling projects in South Wales. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse transport schemes and policies, using advanced software to forecast impacts and support sustainable travel initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in transport planning or engineering and proficiency in tools like Visum and SATURN. Join a dynamic team committed to transforming transport in Wales and contributing to an inclusive work environment that values diversity and growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in transport planning, engineering, mathematics, or related field required.
• Experience in delivering transport modelling services is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead transport modelling projects using specialist software to forecast impacts.
• Manage and maintain multi-modal Wales regional transport models.

Skills

Transport Modelling

Data Interpretation

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Transport Planning

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Mathematics

Tools

Visum

SATURN

Job description

Senior Transport Modeller - Pontypridd, South Wales

Salary: up to £45,000
Basis: Full time

About Transport for Wales

At Transport for Wales, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive transport network that reflects the communities we serve. We aim to be one of Wales's leading inclusive employers, fostering an environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Our mission is to transform transport in Wales—rail, bus, walking, or cycling—and to promote sustainable travel to combat the climate emergency.

Role Responsibilities

1. Lead transport modelling projects using specialist software (Visum, SATURN) to forecast impacts of transport schemes and policies, considering various uncertainties.
2. Manage and maintain the three multi-modal Wales regional transport models, ensuring quality and relevance of outputs.
3. Support project managers by providing and interpreting transport modelling data, strengthening the evidence base for transport scheme business cases.
4. Prepare transport forecasts for WelTAG appraisals and other business cases, adhering to best practice guidance.
5. Develop method statements and fee proposals by liaising with clients, project teams, and supply chain partners.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in transport planning, modelling, engineering, mathematics, or related field.
• Experience delivering transport modelling services and communicating effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in Visum and/or SATURN software for strategic transport modelling.
• Experience working with transport-related datasets.

Additional Information

Welsh language skills are a plus but not essential. We support and encourage Welsh language development through various training options.

To apply, see the attached Job Description. We welcome discussions about reasonable adjustments during recruitment. The role requires right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available.