Transport Planner

Waterman Aspen; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Birmingham is seeking a Transport Planner. You will work on diverse projects and assist clients while developing your skills. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 qualification in a relevant field and experience in transport policy. This position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a company car or allowance, health insurance, and pension contributions.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Permanent health insurance

25 days annual leave

Company pension contribution

Paid community volunteering day

Qualifications

• Essential: Level 4 qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in shaping transport policy and strategy.
• Knowledge of project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of projects for clients.
• Assist in technical progression and skills development.
• Support career development towards professional qualifications.

Skills

Shaping transport policy and strategy

Transport modelling

Project management principles

Knowledge of transport planning

Education

Level 4 qualification (e.g. HNC) or above

Job description

Overview

You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Transport Planner will see you as a key member of the West Midlands team.

What you’ll expect

• A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
• Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
• Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills
• Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice

Experience required

Essential: Level 4 qualification (e.g. HNC) or above in a relevant discipline such as transport planning, engineering, geography etc. Experience in shaping transport policy and strategy; Experience of transport modelling and business case development; Knowledge of project management principles; Understanding of the strategic context of how transport schemes are delivered

Desirable

Chartered Transport Planner or other relevant professional qualification

Salary and benefits

• As a salaried colleague, you’ll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package:
• Company car or car allowance
• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues)
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
• 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community