Sustainable Transport Officer

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Maidenhead is seeking a Sustainable Transport Officer. The successful candidate will review transport assessments, evaluate impacts on highways, and advocate for sustainable transport initiatives. With a degree in a relevant field, you will possess strong communication skills and a solid understanding of transport planning principles. The role offers flexible hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary between £28,193 and £32,104 per annum.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Generous Local Government Pension scheme

Free employee parking

Access to employee assistance programmes

Discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Detailed understanding of transport planning and sustainable transport.
• Strong understanding of planning policy and highway matters.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Review Transport Assessments and Travel Plans for planning applications.
• Evaluate transport and highway impacts of new proposals.
• Attend planning meetings and site visits.
• Advocate for active travel and low-carbon transport modes.

Skills

Transport planning

Sustainable transport principles

Communication skills

Civil engineering

Education

Degree in transport planning, civil engineering, geography, or environmental studies

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Sustainable Transport Officer to join us! This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £28,193 - £32,104 per annum.

About us

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council - a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse. Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.

The Role

This role will report into the Infrastructure Planning Manager. It will offer a fantastic opportunity to directly impact the way people move around the Borough, ensuring we support, safe, active and low carbon travel in support of our aim to be a cleaner, greener, safer and more prosperous borough.

Your role will involve

• Review Transport Assessments and Travel Plans submitted with planning applications, assessing trip generation, modal split, and traffic impact to guide decision making.
• Evaluate transport and highway impacts of new proposals and provide clear, evidence-based recommendations, including any mitigation measures, to planning officers.
• Attend planning meetings and site visits, supporting discussions on transport matters and negotiating improvements.
• Advocate for active travel and low-carbon transport modes in development proposals.
• Check submissions against national guidance (e.g. National Planning Policy Framework, Local Transport Note 1/20), local policies and sustainability objectives.

What we are looking for

• A degree (or equivalent) in transport planning, civil engineering, geography, environmental studies or related discipline.
• Detailed understanding of transport planning, sustainable transport or similar projects.
• Strong understanding of sustainable transport principles, planning policy and highways matters related to new developments.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• A proactive, enthusiastic self-starter who works well independently and as part of a team.

What we offer

• 32 days annual leave.
• Flexible working including hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
• Free employee parking close to the offices.
• Give As You Earn scheme.
• Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
• Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all and we believe diverse talent makes us stronger. If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Angela Clack, Infrastructure Planning Manager on [e-mail].